Measurement Technician I - Gas and Water
Department: Gas/Water/Wastewater Operations
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: 10th Avenue Service Center
Reporting To: Gas & Water Operations Superintendent
Description
Performs scheduled meter change-outs and water and gas meter sets and responds to/evaluates gas and water leaks. Assists in the repairs and maintenance of gas meters and regulating stations.
Key Responsibilities
A commitment to safety, providing reliable utility services, protecting public health and providing excellent customer service are the responsibilities of all job positions at Decatur Utilities. We believe that teamwork, open communication, honesty, integrity, fairness, diversity and respect for each other are essential traits to perform all job duties.

• Performs gas/water meter sets on new services.
• Responds to and evaluates gas and water leaks, makes necessary repairs and determines when assistance is needed.
• Responds to carbon monoxide calls.
• Lights pilots during meter change outs and provides back-up assistance for seasonal work.
• Performs scheduled residential/commercial meter change outs.
• Assists with industrial meter change outs.
• Assists in the operation, repair and maintenance of gas regulating stations.
• Performs repairs and calibration of gas meters, regulators and related appurtenances.
• Assists with the operation, repairs and maintenance of odorizers.
• Assists with large gas and water meter testing program.
• Assists with Cathodic Protection inspection and maintenance program.
• Assists with gas electronic metering.
• Assists with the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting gas SCADA system.
• Assists with utility locating.
• Loads and unloads meters, materials and other equipment.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards in meter shop and related facilities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2-4 years of additional relevant work-related experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel) as required to perform job tasks.
• Valid Alabama Driver's License; CPR/First Aid Certification; DOT Gas Pipeline Qualification; Alabama Grade I Water Certification must be obtained within one year and Gas Fitters Certification within 2.5 years of accepting position; Customer Service Skills and applicable safety training.