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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Austin Water (AMI) Water Meter Technician Assistant
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (70) Skill Craft
Class Code: 19247 Salary Grade: WB5
Approved: June 11, 1998 Last Revised: June 01, 2023

Purpose:
 

Under general supervision, this position uses working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures in providing routine maintenance and repair of Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) water meters. This position performs work that is varied and moderately complex with assignments that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.
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. Performs various technical and mechanical work functions associated with installation, repair, and maintenance of AMI water meters and water valves including testing water meters and fire hydrant meters. Interprets meters, gauges, maps, and profiles. Performs flow tests on water meters.
  2. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to maintain machinery including checks, refills; and changes fluids, belts, hoses, and safety features on trucks, pumps, and equipment.
  3. Responds to customer service requests to include water shutoffs, AMI meter reads, and checks for leaks. Posts notices at physical locations. Reviews plans and specifications of work assignments.
  4. Operates a variety of equipment machinery and mechanical tools associated with the installation and replacement of legacy and AMI water meter meters.
  5. Operates a personal computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data utilizing word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, email, and other software.
  6. Verifies and documents AMI meter readings and troubleshoots related problems.
  7. Prepares, receives, reads, and completes various forms, correspondence, reports, and work orders.
  8. Utilizes AMI software to install, program, read, troubleshoot, diagnose, inspect, and replace AMI meters and transmitting devices.
  9. Inspects AMI meters for damage and defects and performs mounting installations on various surfaces to include water meter lids, walls, and poles.
  10. Acts as a member of confined space entry team and may serve as entrant, attendant, or team lead.
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 water meter maintenance.
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
  • Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of and ability to work with technology, computers, and various software.
  • Knowledge of wire splicing and gel cap installation.
  • Knowledge and skills in pairing Bluetooth communication devices.
  • Knowledge of basic RF propagation transmissions.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  • Ability to operate power tools.
  • Ability to read diagrams and technical drawings.
  • Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces up to one hundred (100) feet deep, requiring the use of SRL Body Harness that supports up to two hundred eighty-three (283) pounds.
  • Ability to climb to heights of twenty (20) feet on ladders that support up to three hundred (300) pounds.
  • Ability to use SCBSA and operate other breathing apparatus and respirators.
  • Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies weighing up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted.
  • Ability to work in hazardous environments with exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, and adverse weather conditions.
  • Ability to work various shifts, on-call, and/or call back hours.
  • Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.
Minimum Qualifications:
 

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in a field related to construction, maintenance, or operations, including at least one (1) year of experience in repairing or maintaining water or related systems.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver License.
  • Must obtain Class D Water License issued by TCEQ within twelve (12) months of hire.
  • Class C Water Distribution License from TCEQ required before expiration of Class D Water Distribution 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.