Meter Reader

About the role

City of Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests of water meters for accuracy and proper functioning.
• Assist in repair of water line breaks.
• Notify customers when water will be off for repairs.
• Maintain vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Complete daily work reports and records.
• Respond to customer complaints of low pressure, no water and meter leaks.
• Maintain good relations with customers, general public and City employees.
• Provide assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed.
• Perform maintenance of water meters and replace damaged meter boxes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalency.
• No experience required.
• Current valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety.
• Preferred TCEQ Class "C" or higher Water Distribution License.
• Achieve TCEQ Class "D" Water Distribution License within first (1) year of employment.
• Achieve TCEQ Class "C" Water Distribution License within three (3) years of employment.

Benefits

• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Life & ADD insurance.
• Retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1.
• 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage.
• Workers compensation.
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Healthy lifestyle program.
• Access to Active Edinburg fitness centers.

Pay

Competitive pay of $15.05 per hour.

Location: 78541