This position performs technical duties in installation, maintenance, and repair of utility meters. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Trainee” or “Meter Service Technician II.”

Examples of Duties

• Performs meter change-outs for residential, commercial, and industrial meters.

• Identifies and repairs water leaks.

• Repairs and replaces meter boxes and lids.

• Re-wires sensors as needed.

• Removes meter locks for Meter Reset Technicians.

• Gathers data and prepares reports.

• Bench tests water meters.

• Coordinates with businesses for meter change outs.

• Schedules and performs annual water meter testing.

• Updates large meter inventory list annually and informs supervisor of meters that need to be replaced.

• Keeps track of bad meters, registers, and chambers that are under water.

• Maintains meter and parts inventory; places orders as needed.

• Performs related duties.

Typical Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Trainee – Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must show progress towards obtaining an FDEP Water Distribution System Operators License, Level 3 within twelve months.

• Technician I – Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must have two (2) years of experience in underground municipal water system utilities installation/repair, at least one (1) of which shall be as a meter service technician. Must possess a FDEP Water Distribution System Operators License, Level 3.

• Technician II - Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must have four (4) years of experience in underground municipal water system utilities installation/repair, at least two (2) of which shall be as a meter service technician. Must possess a FDEP Water Distribution System Operators License, Level 2;

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

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  Knowledge of utility meter installation, maintenance, and repair principles.

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  Knowledge of meter functions.

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  Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

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  Knowledge of the streets and geography of the city.

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  Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.

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  Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

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  Skill in locating and repairing water leaks.

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  Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Underground Utilities Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include city ordinances and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

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  The work consists of related technical duties. Inclement weather and field conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.

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  The purpose of this position is to install, maintain, and repair meters. Successful performance contributes to the accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness of billing operations.

CONTACTS

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  Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, vendors, customers, and the general public.

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  Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

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  The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects.

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  The work is performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust and dirt and noxious wildlife. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

PTO Leave: Leave begins accruing immediately; however, cannot be used until three (3) months of service has been completed: The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters.

Years Of Service Completed Annual Leave Cap Available
less than 5 years: 152 hours
5 to 9 years: 176 hours
10 to 14 years: 200 hours
15 to 19 years: 224 hours
20 + years: 248 hours

At the end of the year, any unused PTO leave will be placed in your PTO bank (up to 380 total hours). Time will be accrued bi-weekly & shown on each paycheck. After the 380 hours are filled, any unused PTO leave will be lost and cannot be used the following year.

RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service. Partial vesting at five (5) years is 50%, six (6) years 60%, seven (7) years 70%, eight (8) years 80%, and nine (9) years 90%. General Employees are eligible for normal retirement upon the earlier of reaching age 55 and the completion of 10 years of credited service or reaching age 50 and the completion of 20 years of credited service. The amount of normal retirement benefit is based on your credited service and average final compensation. See General Employees’ Pension Plan Summary for more details.

HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year. The holidays are:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• July 4th
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve
• Employee's Birthday

INSURANCE:* Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee. Florida Blue Tiered Family Coverage available but paid by Employee via paycheck. (Blue Option LG Plan 03559 Spouse only $630/month; Child/Children $540/month; and Family $1,200/month) (Blue Option LG Plan HDHP Spouse only $508/month; Child/Children $244/month; and Family $767/month).

Spouse Dental Coverage only $34.85/month; Child/Children $49.31/month; Family Dental Coverage $87.48/month. Vision Coverage available: Employee only: $5.24/month; Spouse only $10.50/month; Child/Children $9.97/month; and Family $15.67/month). Both are covered by Humana. The City also offers a suite of Allstate Worksite products available for purchase.

Note: Insurance coverage takes effect on the 1st of the month 60 days after employment.

• Rough estimates are not necessarily exact.

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457 Plan Corebridge Financical: Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – See Human Resources for more details.