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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Parking Meter Technician I


FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (30) Technicians
Class Code: 16605 Salary Grade: XF4
Approved: August 01, 2012 Last Revised: April 03, 2019


Purpose:
 

Under close supervision, performs skilled tasks related to the installation, programming, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of solar powered, computer-based electronic multi-space and single-space parking meters. 

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Responds to calls and alarms regarding parking equipment breakdowns and malfunctions.
  2. Troubleshoots pay station meter system malfunctions and failures, and replaces defective components and wiring.
  3. Disassembles, cleans, calibrates, and reassembles electronic components, ensuring proper programming and maintaining wireless communications link.
  4. Inspects and tests equipment and systems using diagnostic and analytical tools and tests.
  5. Installs and removes pay stations and single space electronic meters.
  6. Collects and logs revenue from parking meters and prepares for deposit. Services permit requests by posting and removing permit notices for special events and right of way notifications.
  7. Identifies and responds to computer generated 311 Customer Service Requests.
  8. Issues citations or provides other mobility services as assigned.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
  None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local codes and ordinances; Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) provisions, codes, and procedures; and applicable City policies and procedures related to safety and parking meter operations.
  • Knowledge of equipment installation and IP address programming, device software installation, and basic computer and internet networking principles.
  • Knowledge of cash handling procedures.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in the use of hand tools, measuring devices, multimeter, and other electronics testing equipment used to diagnose and prevent potential issues within electronic signal devices.
  • Skill in the use of informational databases to track items or monitor progress.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
  • Ability to install, splice, remove, and test wiring and electronic components.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, blueprints, profiles, work orders, and schematics.
  • Ability to use cell phones, two-way radios, and other communications equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
 

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in an electronics maintenance role.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
 

Valid Texas Driver License.


This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.