Meter Technician I

City of Temple; Temple (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Temple is seeking a Meter Technician I to perform essential maintenance on water meters and service lines. The role also supports the Metering Department with meter reading, work orders, re-reads, and water service disconnections and reconnections.

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and experience in plumbing or related water systems work. A valid driver’s license and TCEQ Class D Water license (or ability to obtain within six months) are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in plumbing or similar technical roles requiring work with water systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains water meters and service lines, including exchanges, repairs, leaks, cutoffs, and relocations.
• Reads meters, completes work orders, performs re-reads, and handles water service disconnections and reconnections.
• Follows city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ready to Start Your Career with the City of Temple?

Summary

The Meter Technician I performs essential maintenance on water meters and service lines, addressing exchanges, repairs, leaks, cutoffs, and relocations. This role also provides crucial support to the Metering Department through meter reading, completing various work orders, performing re‑reads, and completing water service disconnections and reconnections.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts water meter maintenance, including meter exchanges, repairs, leak remediation, service line cutoff repair/replacement, and meter relocations
• Provides support to the Metering Department encompassing water meter reading, miscellaneous work order fulfillment, re-reads, and water service Disconnection/Reconnection
• Follows city policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in plumbing or similar technical roles requiring work with water systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with water meter operation and maintenance

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid driver’s license
• TCEQ License Class D Water or the ability to obtain within six months

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.