Water Meter Technician

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Safety training

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a Water Meter Technician I to assist with testing, maintenance, repair, and replacement of water meters and related equipment in Chesapeake, VA. You will read meters, manage inventory, and operate field tools in a safety-conscious environment.

A high school diploma or GED/HSE is required, plus a valid driver’s license and the ability to work in confined spaces and after-hours emergencies.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE.
• One month of related, full-time experience.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record compliant with City standards.
• Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces or after-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Read and record water meter data and maintain inventory of tools and materials.
• Assist in testing, maintenance, repair, and replacement of meters and related infrastructure.
• Operate and maintain equipment and vehicles; work in confined spaces as needed.
• Communicate professionally and follow safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Meter reading

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or GED/HSE; one year of college coursework in accounting or related field

Job description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Job Type Full Time

Posting Type Public

Number of Vacancies 1

Department PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division PUB UTIL BUS/CUST SVC

Requisition Number 2026386

Number of hours worked per week 40

Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 7:00 AM- 3:30 PM. Overtime as required by the needs of the department. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement R - Routine

Pay Grade GE03

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly

• Advertised Salary Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.

Medical Marijuana Policy

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Job Description

Are you mechanically inclined? Do you like working outside? If you answered yes, this may be the job for you!

As a Water Meter Technician I, you will assist the Water Meter Tech III in performing testing, maintenance, repair, and replacement of meters, meter boxes, and pipes ranging in size from 5/8" to 10".

In addition, as a Water Meter Technician I, your typical duties would include reading and recording of water meter data, maintaining and issuing inventory of tools and materials, operating and maintaining equipment and vehicles. This work often requires entry in confined spaces such as large meter vaults.

As successful Water Meter Technician I candidate should have the ability to use hand and power tools proficiently and communicate in a professional manner.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires high school diploma or GED / HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or a closely related field.

Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one month of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification may be required.

Special Requirements: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Job Dates

Job Open Date 08/06/2026

Job Close Date 08/27/2026

Open Continuous No