POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Tests, repairs, calibrates, and installs residential and commercial water meters and related equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Position Specific Summary:
The Water Meter Repairer position at the City of Tucson’s Water Department is responsible for testing, repairing, calibrating, and installing residential and commercial water meters and related equipment and serves as a point of contact for internal and external customers addressing water meter and service issues.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Water Services Supervisor. This position does notsupervise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Drives to various sites to investigate reports of water meter malfunctions and failures. Transports meters back to the shop for further inspection as needed. Performs in-shop meter tests to benchmark functionality. Takes corrective actions to restore meter accuracy through repair or calibration.
Inspects contractor installed meters for new large installations to ensure compliance with the American Water Works Association (AWWA) specifications.
Utilizes the customer information systems to open and close work orders, updates account information. Notifies customers before conducting meter testing in the field or in-house bench tests.
Keeps track of the equipment used in meter repair operations for overall inventory monitoring. Maintains the interior and exterior of the meter shop to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
Engages with City departments to investigate and resolve customer concerns about services and consumption. Recommends strategies to customers for minimizing water consumption.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions
This position requires work in various climate and working conditions and includes indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment.
This position is a primary driver and will be expected to operate a city vehicle. Must have open availability.
* All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience:
One (1) year of directly related experience
License:
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License - Arizona Department of Transportation - Motor Vehicle Division
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience:
Directly related experience is defined as-Meter Reading, Meter Repair or Installation
License/Certifications:
A valid and unrestricted driver’s license with two (2) years of licensed driving is required - Various
Languages:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidates will possess the following:
1. One year of meter maintenance experience. Meter maintenance is defined as: reading meters, testing meters for stuck, replacing and installing meters, repairing leaks at meter (couplings, etc.), and high bill investigations.
2. ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator Certification.
3. Backflow Certified Tester Certification (required within 6 months of hire).
4. Experience with the use of utility billing systems, mapping, and asset management systems.
5. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Access).
6. Experience with the operation and maintenance of equipment.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Water Meter Repairer
To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click here.
Department Name:
Water Utility
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Water
Recruiter Name:
Roxie Escarcega (49375)
Recruiter Email:
[email protected]FTE%:
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FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $19.97 - 34.44 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson’s pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 01-27-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
As part of the online application process, all applicants are required to submit both an updated resume and cover letter at the time of application. Resumes and cover letters received after the application closing date will not be considered.
Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter with responses to the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
In your cover letter, please ensure to include responses to the following:
1. Describe your experience with meter maintenance experience. Meter
maintenance is defined as: reading meters, testing meters for stuck,
replacing and installing meters, repairing leaks at meter (couplings, etc.),
and high bill investigations.
2. A Backflow Tester Certification is required within 6 months of hire. Do you
possess a Backflow Tester Certification? If so, please provide your
backflow certification number, expiration date and the issuing agency.
3. Do you possess an ADEQ Grade1 Water Distribution Certification? If you
possess an ADEQ Grade 1 in Distribution, please include your operator ID
and expiration date.
4. Please describe your experience with the use of utility billing systems,
mapping, and asset management systems.
5. Describe your experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
(Word, Excel, and Access).
6. Detail your experience with the operation and maintenance of equipment.
7. Do you possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license? Do you have at
least two (2) years of driving experience? Have you had a DUI in the past
two (2) years?
If you possess any of the preferred qualifications listed above, and wish to receive consideration for the experience the information must be verifiable in your resume and cover letter.
SAVE THE DATE: Interviews will be held February 7, 2025, and February 10, 2025, as needed.
REQUIREMENT: A Backflow Tester Certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Recruiter contact information: If you have any questions, please contact Roxie Escarcega at
[email protected] or (520) 837-2138.
Physical and lifting abilities/requirements are determined by position and are included in the position description.
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.
CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status.If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson’s Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General’s Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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