What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Meter Technician - Project Manager in Training position at Vanguard Utility Service, Inc.?
COMPANY BACKGROUND:
Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. is a leader in Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Automated Meter Reading (AMR) installations as well as water, gas, and electric meter changeouts, testing, and repair around the US. We have been delivering automated metering solutions to address the unique challenges facing the water industry for over 20 years. As we continue to expand to meet growing demands, we are seeking a dedicated career-oriented individual to lead and assist our team in Howard County, MD and Baltimore, MD.
DESCRIPTION:
Vanguard Project managers/supervisors are responsible for daily project operation, reporting, and meeting requirements. Managers will interact with Vanguard and the utility customers daily. The manager/supervisor will issue work and instruct the installers on their work in the morning and collect at the end of the day. The manager will need to oversee inventory sign in/out daily, installation quality, and performance goals. The managers will go through a training period on other projects and will be assisted by a regional manager and corporate office staff.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct utility water meter services throughout assigned areas
- Safely and efficiently install the water meters accurately and associated equipment with various hand tools and manage your daily allotment of inventory
- Read & record data information accurately in a mobile hand-held device, computer skills are required.
- Follow standard operating procedures and company policies
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, general public, and installers
- Operate company-supplied vehicle if permitted
- Receive and return meters, tools, equipment, and supplies each day.
Basic Daily Routine:
- Issue tools, handhelds, and work orders to installers in the morning, collecting in the evening
- Coordinate issues with the Customer from Work Order system
- Inspecting daily work previous days. (Training and outline provided)
- Assist in field repairs as necessary
- Install as time allows
- Basic Time sheets, Productions sheets, and Inventory counts daily/weekly
REQUIREMENTS:
- Water Meter, plumbing or relevant experience required.
- Production driven.
- Past management experience is required.
- Must have organizational skills and a professional- like attitude
- Must be computer & handheld device proficient with a knowledge of Microsoft Office/ Excel.
- Must be able to pass a background check & have a valid driver’s license.
- OSHA certified preferred but can be completed after hire.
- Attention to detail and accuracy is a must.
Compensation Range:
- Base 40K - 65K Annual
- Performance Bonuses
- Health Benefits: Vision, dental, and health insurance offered after 90 days of employment.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) options available after one year of employment.
Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law. We use E-Verify
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $750.00 - $1,200.00 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $750 - $1,200
