Meter Reader Technician

The City of Friendswood is currently accepting applications for a full-time Meter Reader Technician, in the Public Works Department. rn rnPURPOSE OF THE JOB:rnrnTo read and maintain water meters and to connect and disconnect water service which ensures proper billing and customer satisfaction.rnrn rnWORK PERFORMED:rnrnrnWalks or drives truck over established route and takes readings of water meter dials on a daily basis.rnCompletes work orders, which includes new connects, finals, re-reads, and customer communication notices.rnInspects meters and connections for defects, damage, and unauthorized connections.rnTurns service off for nonpayment of charges in vacant premises, or on for new occupants.rnVerifies readings to locate abnormal consumption and records reasons for fluctuationsrnMaintains meters by changing out meters, raising meters, installing or replacing meter boxes, installing or replacing meter box lids, repairing minor gasket leaks and replacing curb stops.rnIndicates irregularities on forms for necessary action by servicing department.rnTrains new personnel to read meters and maintain meters.rnPerform other duties within the area of responsibility and ability as assigned.rnrnrn rnSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:rnMinimum education and experience to perform the job:rnrnHigh school graduate or GEDrnLess than six months experience maintaining and reading meters.rnrnPhysical requirements:rnrnrnRegularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.rnFrequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl;rnFrequently talk or hear to communicate with the public or staffrnFrequently lift and /or move up to 50 lbs.rnRequire vision abilities to include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to focus.rnrnrnKnowledge or skill proficiencies:rnrnrnKnowledge of the City and location of meters.rnAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.rnAbility to write simple correspondence.rnAbility to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.rnAbility to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide. rnrnrn rn Required Licenses, Registries and Certifications:rnrnrnValid Texas Driver's License and good driving record.rnRequire Class "C" Distribution certificate issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality or the ability to obtain within one (1) year.