Utility Services Leader

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 34,467 - 43,077; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity located in Arlington, Texas, is seeking a Utility Services Leader to oversee and coordinate daily crew activities related to water meter services. The candidate will manage repairs and maintenance on automated meter infrastructure while ensuring compliance with operational policies. Ideal candidates must possess relevant licenses, a high school diploma, and at least two years of applicable experience. This position requires physical stamina, the ability to operate various tools, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Water Utilities operations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work in confined spaces under extreme weather.
• Ability to respond on a scheduled on-call basis.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate crew activities to complete assigned work orders.
• Conduct preventative maintenance services and aged meter replacements.
• Investigate service connection problems and resolve customer complaints.

Skills

Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles

Maintenance and repair of water meters

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving with malfunctioning meters

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Operation of various equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Class C driver's license

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Class I Wastewater Collection license

Class C Water Distribution Operator's License

Two years vocational/technical school in plumbing or related field

Tools

PC

Calculator

Two-way radio

Jack hammer

Port-a-power wench

Acetylene torch

Job description

Utility Services Leader page is loaded## Utility Services Leaderlocations: Water Meter Srvcs Southtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR101347**SALARY**$25.02 - $31.27**JOB SUMMARY**JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, coordinates crew activities on a daily basis to complete assigned work orders and acts as lead in the repair, replacement, or adjustment of meters. Provides maintenance services on automated meter infrastructure to include the diagnosis of issues, repair, or replacement of automated meter infrastructure (AMI) infrastructure.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*** Lead crew in repairing, replacing, or adjusting small to medium size meters (5/8 X 3⁄4”" to 2" in size) and assisting the Meter Services Crew Chief in tasks related to large meters.* Perform meter accuracy testing, pressure/flow testing, installation, or replacement of meter vaults.* Conduct preventative maintenance services and aged meter replacements as scheduled.* Investigate service connection problems and resolves customer complaints.**OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:*** Perform chlorine residual testing, re-size service connections and assist Meter Reading in facilitating safe access to metering sites.* Assist other meter service workers with more difficult tasks, as needed or directed.* Performs emergency repairs and preventative services on all water and wastewater infrastructure including but is not limited to: + Water mains + Water services + Water taps + Fire hydrants + Valves + Sewer mains + Sewer services + Manholes + Cleanouts**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:*** Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.* Knowledge of Water Utilities operations; policies, procedures, ordinances.* Knowledge of specifications for all size meters and metering sites, metering functions and related terminology.* Skill in the maintenance and repair of water meters.* Skill in communicating policies and procedures.* Skill in quickly ascertaining problems with malfunctioning meters and determining quick resolutions.* Ability to understand and visualize combined metering scenarios.* Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds.* Ability to work in confined spaces under extreme weather conditions.* Ability to respond on a scheduled on-call basis and to work extended periods of time under imposed emergency assignments.* Ability to operate a variety of equipment, including, but not limited to PC, calculator, two-way radio, jack hammer, port-a-power wench, and acetylene torch.* Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to carrying, data entry, dragging, driving, holding, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, seeing, sitting, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body,**Qualifying Education and Experience:*** Possession of Class C driver’s license.* Possession of a Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.* Possession of a Class I Wastewater Collection license.* Possession of a Class C Water Distribution Operator’s License.* High School diploma or GED* Two years vocational/technical school in plumbing or related field.* Two years’ experience in water utility or meter operations or any equivalent combination of education and experience.**Employment Screenings Required:*** Criminal background check* Physical Examination* Human Performance Evaluation* Motor Vehicle Review* Drug & Alcohol screeningCity of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.### Introduce YourselfIf you do not find a job that suits your experience, we welcome you to introduce yourself so Human Resources may be able to guide you to other opportunities.