Meter Technician, Part Time

Helix Water District; El Cajon, La Mesa (CA, CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave after 90 days

Job summary

Helix Water District in El Cajon, CA, is seeking a part-time Meter Technician for the field operations team. You will replace, repair, and relocate water meters, read routes, and respond to customer inquiries about water services and meter issues.

The role requires a valid California Class C license and at least one year in a maintenance/technical field, with strong arithmetic, recordkeeping and interpersonal skills. This position is on-site with a weekday schedule and no benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class C California driver's license required.
• Minimum one year of maintenance, mechanical or technical experience expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform replacement, repair and relocation of water meters (3/4-inch to 2 inches).
• Read meter routes and respond to customer questions about meters, leaks or service issues.
• Record data accurately and use GIS/software systems for fieldwork and reporting.

Skills

Arithmetic

Recordkeeping

GIS software

Motor vehicle operation

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

GIS software

Job description

HELIX WATER DISTRICT, El Cajon, CA, is looking for a part-time Meter Technician to join our field operations team. Helix Water District is a progressive industry leader. Our culture of customer focus, open communication and teamwork is the backbone of our organization. If you look forward to working with a talented team that values collaboration, integrity and attention to detail - we may have just the opportunity you have been looking for!

WHAT HELIX CAN OFFER YOU!

• Competitive pay: $28.80 - $36.76
• 40 hours of paid sick leave after 90th day of employment.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• No more than 950 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30)
• This is a part-time position with no benefits.

As a part-time Meter Technician, you will perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks involving the replacement, repair and relocation of existing water meters. You will also observe and report meter and/or service defects, perform meter and route maintenance, make repairs to meters and meter lids.

This position will be responsible for reading water meter routes during absences of full-timestaff. Customer service is of utmost importance as you respond to customer complaints or inquiries regarding water pressure or meter malfunctions or reports of damaged and inoperative meters and services. You will notify customers of service interruptions, answer questions and inform customers about matters dealing with observed leaks, service problems and general information in a tactful manner in order to enhance customer relations and refer customers to the appropriate department or individual.

To qualify for the part-time Meter Technician position, you must:

• Possess a valid Class C California driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the district's vehicle insurance policy.
• Have education experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school or possess a GED.
• Have a minimum of one year of experience in maintenance, mechanical or technical related field.

Successful part-time Meter Technicians possess a solid understanding of basic arithmetic, recordkeeping, and district geography. They are skilled in the safe use of tools methods, and equipment for installing and maintaining water meters ranging from 3/4-inch to 2 inches. Proficiency in operating motorized vehicles and utility tools is essential, along with the ability to follow instructions, accurately record data, and use GIS and other software systems. This role requires physical stamina for fieldwork in various weather conditions and strong interpersonal skills to maintain effective working relationships.