What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Service Technician I position at City of Thomasville?
Description
Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of duties pertaining to consumption data collection of gas, water and electric meters to provide monthly readings to utility customers while complying with all rules set forth by Thomasville Utilities.
Monthly data collection or "meter reading" of approximately 30,000 residential and commercial gas, water and electric meters.
Inspecting, documenting and reporting maintenance concerns, suspicious tampering or damages of all meters as they are encountered.
Maintains a clean, organized and mechanically safe vehicle.
Maintains operational inventory of assigned tools, test equipment and materials.
Maintain Thomasville Utilities standards of appearance and demeanor at all times.
Performs all duties safely in accordance with Thomasville Utilities safety policies, training outlines and procedures.
Reports all hazardous conditions to immediate supervisor for correction.
Satisfactorily able to meet outlined job expectations for promotion to Utilities Services Technician Level II within one year of employment. Promotion to Level II will include weekly on-call rotation as defined by supervisor and require submission to random drug screening requirements per Federal Gas regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Position Requirements
High School diploma or GED.
Must be in possession of and maintain a valid driver's license with a driving record meeting the requirements outlined by Thomasville Utility's Driver Safety Standards.
Must be physically able to walk continually for prolonged periods of time.
Must be physically able to perform job duties in annual outdoor environment.
Must be physically able to bend, kneel, squat and lift weights up to 50 pounds.
Must be self-motivated individual, working under minimal supervision to complete daily routes as assigned.
Must maintain excellent relationships with internal and external customers to create and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction with the company and its services to the public.
Physical / Environmental Requirements
The primary work environment of this position is outside; the candidate will be exposed to all weather conditions and will on occasion be required to perform manual tasks. These tasks will include but are not limited to the following (lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing and walking for prolonged periods). Exposure to animals on their home territory is frequent.
Location
City of Thomasville
About the Organization
Our Vision
A progressive and unified community providing an inviting place to live, work, play and prosper.
Our Mission
In partnership with our community, Team Thomasville will deliver excellent and dependable public services while building trusting relationships through openness, inclusion and innovation.
Our Values
Trustworthy & Dependable
We are dedicated to provide reliable services to our citizens and community.
Equal & Inclusive
We will empower a diverse and progressive culture to strengthen community partnerships.
Accountability & Transparent
We will maintain business practices that build community trust with openness, integrity and accountability.
Modern & Innovative
We will execute creative plans and innovative strategies to bring sustainable growth to our entire community.
This position is currently accepting applications.