Meter Technician II - (26-WS-813021-028)

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager. 

At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.

The Meter Technician II provides various filed duties in support of customer services.   Duties include, but are not limited to, field testing and repair of meters 3” and larger, obtaining reads from vault meters following confined space entry procedures, performing bench test of Authority meters and recording results in E-CIS.   

• Performs field tests of meters three inches and larger, records test data, performs repairs and retest meters and record results.

• Obtains reads from vault meters that are non-amr following confined space entry procedure.

• Performs Quality Assurance Inspections of meter installations and ensures that installation adheres to DC Water specifications and standards.

• Installs all size meters and mtus and activates utilizing PSION hand held computer or any amr activation device. Investigates wiring error transmissions or failure of mtu to transmit reading and takes appropriate action to correct problem. 

• Performs bench test of all size meters inputs test data to DC Water computer applications.

• Conducts field surveys for the purpose of facilitating meter change-outs and installations.

• Performs termination and restoration of service on accounts for non-payment with meters three inches and larger. 

• Retrofits existing amr compatible meters with mtus and activates utilizing PSION hand held computer or any amr activation device.

• Dismantles meters to diagnose problems and to make repairs.  Repairs range from simple replacement of work gear to complex situations in which many (or all) internal parts must be fabricated to regained precision as necessary.

• Responds to radio dispatched requests for service and communicates back to dispatch final disposition of work assignment. 

• Maintains inventory of equipment on vehicle and follows appropriate reconciliation procedure.

• Operates Authority vehicles as an essential function of the position.  Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner.  Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate Authority personnel.

• The incumbent is subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority. 

• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Key Working Relationships: Interacts with co-workers in the department and throughout the Authority and with the general public.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. 

At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.

• Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.

• Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and well-being.

• Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.

• Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

     The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities.” If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com.