The purpose of this classification is to perform technical, skilled and semi-skilled work functions associated with the installation, repair and maintenance of water meters, automated meter reading equipment (AMR), and related equipment.
Performs various technical and mechanical work functions associated with installation, repair and maintenance of water meters and related equipment, which may include installing/removing water meters, installing/replacing water cutoff valves, installing/replacing water meter boxes and lids, repairing meters and cutoff valves, repairing water leaks, programming meters.
Performs water flow and pressure tests.
Tests accuracy of meters to ensure compliance with established standards; investigates and solves irregularities in meter readings and electronic readings.
Maintains records of meter readings, meter numbers, work performed and related activities; locates and raises covered meter boxes to grade; maintains areas adjacent to water meters.
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools associated with the installation, repair and maintenance of water meters and related systems, which may include a dump truck, backhoe, forklift, cutting torch, drill press, electronic meter/reading programmer, meter testing equipment, pipe locator, jackhammer, air compressor, post hole digger, shovel, axe, mechanic tools, plumbing tools, tapping machine, boomtruck, boring machine, pipe saw, etc.
Operates a motor vehicle to conduct meter repair activities; transports, loads and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to maintain machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning shop and work areas, etc.; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Assists in maintaining inventory of departmental meters, equipment, tools, supplies and materials; conducts physical counts of meter inventories as needed.
Prepares, receives, reads and/or completes various forms, correspondence, reports, work orders, maps, blueprints, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, city departments, customers, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.
Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, Internet, email, or other software.
May be required to be on-call in the event of an emergency, work weekends, holidays, special events and over-time
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Provides assistance and/or backup coverage to other employees or departments.
Performs other related duties as required.
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by Vocational/Technical training in Mechanics, Meter Repair, or related field; supplemented by two (2) years previous experience or training involving maintenance, operation, installation, repair and/or testing of water meters/automated meter reading equipment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain a GA Water Distribution System Operator certification or the ability to obtain within six months.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsHigh School Diploma or GED and the ability to obtain a GA Water Distribution System Operator certification within six months.Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions and extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to communicate a variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may include ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; may include ability to compute discount, interest, and ratios; may include ability to calculate surface areas, volumes, weights, and measures.
Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment within regulation to address variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks may require the ability to perceive and discern colors or shades of colors, sounds, odors, depths, textures, and visual cues or signals.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as high pressure gas & water lines, fiber optic cables, electric currents, poisonous plants, insects, snakes & animals, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, toxic agents and chemicals, disease, raw sewage or pathogenic substances.
The City of Albany, Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Albany, Georgia will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
