Water Meter Technician

American Water Works Association; Tennessee; On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

Company Vehicle

Per Diem

401K Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Company Discount Program

Job summary

Sparus Holdings seeks a Water Meter Technician to install and test water meters in Newbern, TN. This full-time role requires fieldwork, accurate meter changes, and safe operation of company vehicles while following work orders and quality standards.

The position demands travel, strong mechanical and computer skills, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and excellent communication with utility personnel and customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check and drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Understanding of mechanical and water meter principles.
• Computer skills: PC, mobile apps, email, navigation systems.
• Strong communication with public, utility and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight for four to five weeks.
• Lift up to 50 pounds; physical dexterity.
• Stand, walk, and use hands; may crouch or kneel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Remove old water meter/register and reinstall new unit.
• Perform water meter change outs per specified method.
• Process work through Work Order system.
• Manage inventory of meters and related equipment.
• Coordinate with utility personnel and customers.
• Operate and maintain company vehicle for job tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meter testing tools

Navigation systems

Job description

Water Meter Technician

Location: Newbern, TN

Posting Type: Full time

Allegiant Utility Services is a world class utility service organization that has been providing meter installation, meter testing and meter sales to Rural Electric Cooperatives and Municipalities for over 25 years. We also cater to electric cooperatives, city municipalities, and a variety of other businesses such as recreational vehicle parks and retirement communities. Allegiant installs primarily electric and water meters also, inspects and tests commercial electric meters through its field service divisions.

Duties and core responsibilities include the following:

• Removal of old water meter/register with the re-installation of a new water meter/register
• Performs water meter change outs per a specified manner
• Conduct work through a Work Order system
• Manage all inventory of new and old meters
• Working with utility personnel and utility consumers.
• Responsible use of a company truck

Perform other responsibilities as assigned or required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must complete a background check & drug screening
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have firm understanding of mechanical and water meter principles
• Must have computer skills including the ability to operate a PC, mobile handheld applications, email, and navigation systems
• Must maintain a professional manner and have strong communication skills to communicate effectively with the public, utility and internal teams
• Individual must be willing and able to travel and stay overnight four to five weeks of their work schedule
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to sit, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is constantly required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

Compensation (Paid Weekly)

• Rate of pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Work Requirements

• Water meter and register exchange experience is required
• On the job training and supervision will be provided prior to working independently
• This position will REQUIRE travel. Need to be willing to travel/stay overnight as part of work schedule
• High school diploma or equivalent

Work Status and Shift

• Full Time
• Mon-Thurs 1st shift hours, 10 hour days

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan, Company Vehicle, Per Diem, 401K Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Training & Development, Company Discount Program and many more benefits!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.