Lead Meter Technician - Water & Wastewater

City of Arlington; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington in Texas is seeking a lead Meter Services Technician to coordinate daily crew activities, supervise meters and AMI infrastructure maintenance, and respond to service issues on water/wastewater systems.

The role requires supervising staff, managing safety, and ensuring timely repair, replacement, or testing of meters, vaults, and related infrastructure. A CDL with tanker endorsement and wastewater license are required or obtainable within set timeframes.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience and ability to lead a crew.
• Knowledge of water utility operations, policies, and safety.
• Licenses and technical training related to water systems required or obtainable.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew in repairing, replacing, or adjusting meters and AMI components.
• Coordinate maintenance on water and wastewater infrastructure daily.
• Investigate service issues and resolve customer complaints promptly.
• Supervise and train subordinates, including scheduling and safety.

Skills

Supervisory practices

Water utility operations knowledge

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

Confined spaces safety

Education

High School diploma/GED

Two years vocational/technical training in plumbing or related field

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Class II Wastewater Collection license

Class C Water Distribution Operator’s License

Job description

City of Arlington in Texas is seeking a lead Meter Services Technician to coordinate daily crew activities, supervise meters and AMI infrastructure maintenance, and respond to service issues on water/wastewater systems.

The role requires supervising staff, managing safety, and ensuring timely repair, replacement, or testing of meters, vaults, and related infrastructure. A CDL with tanker endorsement and wastewater license are required or obtainable within set timeframes.