Water Meter Technician – Field Service & On-Call

Hope Utilities; Michigan; On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Utilities seeks a dedicated Meter Reader to safely and accurately read approximately 3,800 service connections within our Michigan service area, operating a company vehicle as needed. You will maintain shop inventory, install and repair water meters, and perform routine operational duties.

This full‑time role requires adherence to safety rules, the ability to work irregular hours, on‑call readiness, and a valid Michigan driver’s license.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of equipment used in water distribution, such as pumps, meters, valves, generators and compressors.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and basic testing instruments.
• Willingness to learn safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely and accurately read meters for ~3,800 service connections within the service area; operate a company vehicle as required.
• Maintain shop inventory, operate machinery, complete daily work orders, and install and repair water meters.
• Perform landscaping/maintenance tasks at plant sites, office and distribution system; load/unload materials and assist in delivery and storage of chemicals.
• Operate various hand and power tools; learn and apply safety rules; perform routine operational duties and more complex tasks as trained.
• Respond to emergencies and be available for 24-hour on-call, variable hours, overtime, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

ValidDriverLicense

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hope Utilities seeks a dedicated Meter Reader to safely and accurately read approximately 3,800 service connections within our Michigan service area, operating a company vehicle as needed. You will maintain shop inventory, install and repair water meters, and perform routine operational duties.

This full‑time role requires adherence to safety rules, the ability to work irregular hours, on‑call readiness, and a valid Michigan driver’s license.