Water Meter Technician I

topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement (PERS)

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Life/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Deferred Comp Savings Plan

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Clinic (Onsite)

In-house Fitness Facility

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Topeka Utilities Department seeks an entry-level Meter Services team member to read and record water meter readings, and to test, repair and replace meters as required. On-job training is provided with opportunities for advancement.

In this role you will learn all phases of providing direct utility account service, including turning service on/off, assisting customers with consumption issues, and delinquency control tasks such as turning water off and restoring service after payment.

Qualifications

• Excellent navigational skills and ability to work in a mobile environment.
• Basic knowledge of computerized meter reading equipment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• HS diploma or equivalent required; valid KS Class C driver’s license with insurable record.
• First aid / CPR certification and Confined space certification; may require additional courses within one year of promotion.

Responsibilities

• Read and record water meter readings and test/repair/replace meters as needed.
• Assist customers with service questions, locate causes of high consumption, and provide self-help guidance.
• Turn service on/off and restore service after payment as part of delinquency control.

Skills

Navigational skills

Tech-savvy

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computerized meter reading equipment

Job description

The City of Topeka Utilities Department seeks an entry-level Meter Services team member to read and record water meter readings, and to test, repair and replace meters as required. On-job training is provided with opportunities for advancement.

In this role you will learn all phases of providing direct utility account service, including turning service on/off, assisting customers with consumption issues, and delinquency control tasks such as turning water off and restoring service after payment.