Water Meter Field Technician – On-Call

Consolidated Utility District Of Rutherford County; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Utility District Of Rutherford County is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform water meter service, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, disconnects, and reconnects in the field. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Tennessee driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Grade II water distribution certificate within 18 months.

On‑call duties and on-site work are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License and safe driving record.
• Ability to obtain State of Tennessee Water Distribution System Operator Grade II Certificate of Competency within 18 months is desired.
• Knowledge of Rutherford County is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Change out meters, check valves, and/or meter bottoms as needed.
• Perform meter investigation, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Assist with service orders and investigation orders.
• Change out meter yokes occasionally.
• Test water meters in the field or on a test bench.
• Perform disconnects and reconnects.
• May float/cross-train in other departments.
• Perform emergency duty or on‑call responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic tool maintenance

Basic computer skills

Read construction plans

Verbal and written communication

Initiative and problem solving

Detail-oriented

Self-motivated

Hazard awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ability to obtain TN Grade II Certificate within 18 months

Valid Tennessee Driver’s License and clean record

Knowledge of Rutherford County (helpful)

Job description

Consolidated Utility District Of Rutherford County is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform water meter service, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, disconnects, and reconnects in the field. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Tennessee driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Grade II water distribution certificate within 18 months.

On‑call duties and on-site work are expected.