Utility Technician Apprentice

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

Job summary

City of Arlington is seeking a Water Infrastructure Technician to assist with meter replacements, pipe repairs, AMI maintenance, flow tests, leak investigations and hydrant replacements. The role supports in-place meter maintenance and basic service repairs across approximately 150,000 meters in Arlington.

This entry‑level to technician‑level position requires willingness to work outdoors, withstand varied weather, and learn utility procedures quickly.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate professionally with the public.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to work independently under general instructions.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, copier.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Ability to understand basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with replacing water meters and pipes.
• Support AMI system maintenance and meter testing.
• Assist with fire hydrant replacements and leak investigations.
• Conduct flow tests and field testing for meter accuracy.
• Assist with general water utility operations and customer service tasks.

Skills

Office software

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Independent worker

Physical ability

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

SALARY $18.79 - $23.49

JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, be responsible for assisting with various maintenance and repair tasks related to water infrastructure. Duties include assisting with meter replacements, pipe repairs, AMI system maintenance, flow tests, leak investigations, and fire hydrant replacements. The technician will also assist with in-place meter maintenance and basic service repairs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with all steps and processes in replacing water equipment or conducting repairs, including but not limited to: Meters Pipes Automatic Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Operate a tremble unit to connect to command link.
• Assist with in-place meter maintenance including but not limited to: Resetting counter Resetting GPS link Auditing communications Link
• Assist with conducting flow tests, such as Static Flow and Restriction testing.
• Assist with conducting field testing for meter accuracy.
• Assist with basic service repairs for the service lines for approximately 150,000 meters through Arlington.
• Assist with replacing water meters of ¾” to 10” lines.
• Assist with investigation of leaks, including but not limited to: Understanding the difference between public and private property and right of way. Understanding the process in handling the different issues between public and private services. Performing pressure checks. Procedures for determining a loss of water.
• Assist with replacement of fire hydrants, including but not limited to: Digging up the hydrants to the breakaway. Use of a breakaway replacement kit. Aged out fire hydrant replacement. Determine and use the appropriate PPE for all work performed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Respond promptly and professionally to requests from other departments as directed by supervisory team.
• Assist with other duties from field ops teams including the Meter teams and Capital Improvement Teams.
• Be proactive in learning the processes, procedures, tools, and operations of water utility maintenance and repair.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures.
• Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications.
• Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
• Skill with organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.
• Ability to work independently under general instructions.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
• Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives.
• Ability to understand mathematical calculations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals.
• Ability to work within a set schedule.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions including but not limited to: Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, rain, or other inclement weather conditions.

Employment Screenings Required: Criminal background check Physical Human Performance Evaluation Drug and Alcohol Screening Motor Vehicle Review

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The people that work for the City of Arlington directly impact our community, citizens, visitors and businesses. Become a leader in your chosen profession by joining the City’s dynamic workforce and make a positive contribution to the American Dream City! The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities. Requests for reasonable accommodations should be sent to [e-mail].