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Posted on: 26 Mar 2024
Job Location: Asheville, US
Job Description:
METER TECHNICIAN
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$22.18 Hourly
Location
Asheville, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2024-01190
Department
Water Resources
Division
Meter Services
Opening Date
03/25/2024
Closing Date
4/8/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
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About our opportunity:
The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Water Meter Technician for the Water Department. The purpose of this position is to perform semi-skilled, technical work installing and repairing City utility meters.
+ What youll be doing:
+ Performs various technical and mechanical work functions associated with installation, repair, and maintenance of water meters and related equipment:.
+ Tests accuracy of meters to ensure compliance with established standards.
+ Performs routine service functions on meters: connects and/or disconnects services; clears meter boxes and pumps out water; plumbs new meters.
+ Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments: operates and maintains pipe saw, grinder, gas monitor, metal detector, meter tester, flow tester, line locator and other tools and equipment; operates a motor vehicle.
+ Adheres to established safety procedures: monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
+ Communicates with supervisor, subordinates, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
+ Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures.
+ Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, e-mail, or other software.
+ Benefits:
+ Full Time position with access to the entire benefits suite including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options
+ Enrollment in the North Carolina State Pension Program and the NC 401k retirement plan with employee match.
About you:
+ What you Bring:
+ Advanced knowledge of procedures and practices to analyze and resolve unusual or difficult problems.
We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:
+ High school diploma or equivalency (GED)
+ Minimum of 1 year of related experience including but not limited to construction work and repair, plumbing, other construction trades.
+ Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Licensing and Certifications:
+ Valid Driver's License.
Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.
Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.
Other things to know:
+ Hiring Rate: $22.18/Hour
+ Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
+ Works a rotating On-Call Schedule
About us:
The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity.
The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.
Skills:
+ Ability to read and understand basic workplace data, such as simple forms, tables, graphs, schedules, etc.
+ Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written form.
+ Ability to analyze situations to pinpoint problems and assist with solving problems or identifying sources of obstacles.
+ Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.
+ Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
+ Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedural guidelines and to apply this understanding to tasks.
+ Ability to bring resources together to resolve a problem or provide a solution.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
+ Majority of work is performed outside of with exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
+ Frequent physical effort is required.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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City of Asheville
Address
City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802
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