Water Meter Field Technician

City-of-Clermon; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Clermont is seeking a field technician to perform utility billing related tasks, including meter reading and service actions, on assigned routes. The role requires attention to meter accuracy, public interaction, and safe operation of vehicles, with potential overtime and shift rotations in emergencies.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required, though experience in water/wastewater is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; prefer some experience in water/wastewater.
• Ability to read and record water meter readings accurately.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Obtain FEMA IS100 and IS700 within six (6) months from date of employment.

Responsibilities

• Reads water meters on assigned routes and records readings.
• Turns water service on/off at customer’s meter with supervisor authorization.
• Inspects plumbing and meter for leaks; tags door when leaks found.
• Maintains meters and clears meter boxes of debris.
• Writes work orders for meter repairs and reports irregularities.
• Assists Utility Billing staff as needed.
• Overtime and rotating shifts may be required; extended hours in emergencies.

Skills

Meter reading

Public interaction

Vehicle operation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mobile devices

FEMA IS100/IS700

Job description

The City of Clermont is seeking a field technician to perform utility billing related tasks, including meter reading and service actions, on assigned routes. The role requires attention to meter accuracy, public interaction, and safe operation of vehicles, with potential overtime and shift rotations in emergencies.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED; no experience is required, though experience in water/wastewater is preferred.