Water Meter Technician I - Nights & Weekends Shift Dallas Water Utilities (Civil Service)

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,478 - 45,317; Full time

Job summary

A municipal water utility is seeking a Water Meter Technician I to perform maintenance and testing of water meters. This entry-level position involves evaluating and addressing meter issues, ensuring accurate readings, and working collaboratively with senior technicians. Candidates must be willing to work night and weekend shifts, possess a valid driver's license, and have a high school diploma or GED. The role offers starting salaries between $42,478.44 and $45,317.82, based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in mechanical, construction, maintenance, or meter reading.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Class D Water License must be obtained within probation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and check water meters for accuracy.
• Identify and repair meter issues and perform maintenance.
• Complete required paperwork related to meter activities.

Skills

Knowledge of meter reading and repair

Knowledge of water utility operations and activities

Knowledge of mechanical and technical tools

Ability to read meters and determine issues

Ability to draft accurate and professional reports

Effective verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mechanical tools

Technical equipment for repairs

Job description

Water Meter Technician I – Nights & Weekends Shift Dallas Water Utilities (Civil Service)

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Job Summary

Performs a variety of skilled, difficult, or complex maintenance tasks in water meter testing and repair.

Overview

The Water Meter Technician I performs entry‑level work in the testing, maintenance, and repair of water meters for the Dallas Water Utility. Assists in ensuring meters are fully functional and accurately metering, and makes repairs, exchanges, or performs maintenance activities.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and checks water meters across the city to ensure accurate metering for Dallas Water Utility customers.
• Identifies, determines, and addresses issues with meters; performs mechanical maintenance, repair, or adjustment to water meters.
• Exchanges and adjusts problematic meters, accurately reports on issues and fixes, and tests meters to ensure accuracy; works and trains with senior level technicians to deliver excellent service.
• Drives City vehicle to assigned areas for meter evaluation and checking; assists technicians with challenging issues or concerns with equipment; maintains a safe driving and operating record.
• Completes various paperwork regarding meter activities and technical work; ensures customer issues are addressed and meters fixed to be fully operational.
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of meter reading and repair.
• Knowledge of water utility operations and activities.
• Knowledge of mechanical and technical tools and equipment for making repairs.
• Ability to read meters and determine issues.
• Ability to perform technical work to maintain, repair, and adjust water meters.
• Ability to safely operate, drive, and navigate City vehicles around a designated area.
• Ability to create and draft accurate and professional reports.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

Nights‑Weekends Section (Split Schedules): Night shift – Wed.–Sat.–1pm–11pm or Nights and Weekend shift – Sat.–Sun.–7am–5pm, Mon.–Tues.–1pm–11pm.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in one (1) or more of the following:

• General mechanical areas (e.g., automotive/vehicle, small‑engine, electrical or HVAC, etc.)
• General construction (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical, concrete or welding, etc.)
• General maintenance (e.g., building or mechanical, etc.)
• Meter reading (any utilities).

Equivalences

• A current Class “D” Water or Wastewater License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) will meet the education and experience requirements.

Licenses and/or Certification

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must obtain a Class D Water License from the TCEQ within the probationary period.
• May be required to obtain a Confined Space Entry certification from the TCEQ during the probationary period depending on assignment.

Other Requirements

• Availability to work various shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must pass the background investigation and drug test.

Salary Range

$42,478.44 – $45,317.82. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; the amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.