Meter Technician

Sharyland Water Supply; Alton (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharyland Water Supply Corporation is seeking a Meter Technician to ensure reliable meter data and accurate readings across our system. You will read meters, handle anomalies, and support field operations with safe, professional onsite work.

Key tasks include installing/removing meters, handling meter connections, and maintaining clear communication with customers. This role requires physical outdoor work, attention to detail, and a customer-focused approach as part of daily routines in Alton

Qualifications

• Accurate meter readings and field documentation.
• Able to perform physical outdoor work safely.
• Strong customer-service communication in face-to-face settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate meter readings (hand-recorded or via handheld device).
• Re-check readings tied to high billings and investigate anomalies.
• Install and remove meters and complete meter connections/disconnections.
• Dig out covered meter boxes as needed.
• Clean, repair, and test meters when required.
• Interact with the public daily and represent Sharyland professionally.

Skills

Accuracy

Outdoor work

Customer service

Job description

Our Roots

Sharyland Water Supply Corporation was established in May of 1968 for the purpose of providing safe, affordable drinking water to the rural communities in and around Mission, McAllen, and Edinburg. We continue to strive in that endeavor.
Sharyland Water Supply Corporation was created by a group of determined, community-minded men in the 1960's. With the help of Farmers Home Administration, a loan was acquired and construction began to build a rural water system. Initially, 700 property owners committed to take water service once construction was complete. Today, more than 50 years later, there are over 19,000 water connections on the system.
The Corporation has approximately 100 square miles of Certified Area, 800 miles of water lines, three water plants, four elevated storage tanks and plans for additional water system improvements in the works.
The Corporation has over 100 employees and a 7 person Board of Directors, all of whom are dedicated to the job required to ensure that Sharyland Water Supply Corporation continues to be the best it can be.

The Role

As a Meter Technician, you’ll protect billing accuracy and customer trust by ensuring reliable water meter data and service activity across our system. This role exists to keep readings consistent, resolve anomalies quickly, and support field operations with safe, professional onsite work.
Key responsibilities include accurate meter reading (hand-recorded or via hand-held computer), re-checking readings tied to high billings, installing and removing meters, completing meter connections/disconnections, digging out covered meter boxes as needed, and cleaning, repairing, and testing meters when required. You’ll interact with the public daily and represent Sharyland with professionalism.
Required skills/qualifications:

• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail in field documentation
• Comfort working outdoors and performing physical tasks safely
• Strong customer-service communication in face-to-face settings

Pay: $14–$15/hour (based on license).

Total Rewards

Sharyland Water Supply offers a competitive total compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; and optional Supplemental Insurance to help you tailor protection to your needs.

A Typical Day

Your day starts in Alton with route prep and equipment check, then moves into the field for steady, independent work across neighborhoods and service areas. You’ll balance pace with precision, document what you find, and pivot when a reading looks unusual or a meter box needs attention. Expect regular interaction with customers at the door or curbside—answering questions clearly and keeping the experience respectful. You’ll wrap up by confirming entries, staging any meters needing follow-up work, and coordinating next steps with the team before heading out.