Meter and Service Technician

Position Title: Meter and Service Technician Level I Operator
Department: Utilities
Section: Water Division
Reports To: Meter and Service Technician Leader or Designee
Union: United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Approved By: Local 9411-00/Mayor and Council
Approval Date: Upon execution of contract

SUMMARY

The Meter and Service Technician Level I Operator works under the direct supervision of the Meter and Service Technician Leader or designee. The Meter and Service Technician Level I Operator performs duties unassisted to correct normal everyday problems and makes minor decisions and accepts responsibility for them.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs work according to applicable Federal and State safety regulations as well as Groton Utilities Safety Manual.

2. Assists in repairs and tests meters.

3. Assists in the repair of services and water mains, cross-connection surveys and back flow preventer testing.

4. Presents a courteous and professional manner as a representative of the Department in dealing with the public.

5. Mechanical knowledge of basic tools and equipment used by the Water Distribution Section.

6. Improves skills through assigned training.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess and maintain a valid Connecticut driver’s license and be able to safely operate a vehicle.

Working mechanical knowledge of meter and service tools and equipment.

Knowledge of the limits and geography of the service area.

Knowledge of computers (spreadsheets and word documents).

Required: State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health Water Distribution Class I operator’s license for 24 months.

No required certification for Start to 12 months.

Recommend: Certification for 12 months – State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health Water Distribution Class I operator’s license.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Mechanical training desired.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to work closely with others, ability to maintain a sense of control under pressure of emergency conditions.

Ability to work in small groups where teamwork is essential in maintaining the accuracy of work.

Must be able to speak, understand and comprehend the English language.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Basic mathematical skills as related to the water industry.

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. Good physical health. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or operate objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and/or hear. The employee must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include normal eyesight with or without glasses. The individual must be capable of long periods of sitting, standing or walking associated with office or field conditions. Must be able to work in confined areas.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be exposed to inclement weather, traffic, unsafe conditions on customer premises, logs, electrical shock, snow, ice, removing and replacing manhole covers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.39 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30