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METER SERVICE TECHNICIAN
2024-11-01 City of Allen, TX all cities,TX
Description:
The City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. Its strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer everyone.
The City's Mission is To achieve excellence in managing the development of the community and providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced.
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the PRIDE values. We do Work that MATTERS!
The purpose of this position is to maintain accurate meter records. This is accomplished by reading and maintaining meters and performing repairs on meters. Other duties may include customer service, installing and disconnecting meters, and interfacing with City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees.
Essential Functions
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of relevant heavy machine operation work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Special Requirements:
Supervision Exercised:
General Supervision: Work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards; autonomy is granted at the service or program level; work is subject to general and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.
**THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. **
Discover the Exceptional Benefits of Working with the City of Allen!
Health & Dental Insurance
Join the City of Allen Team!
Experience a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Apply today and start your rewarding journey with us!
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application Incomplete, so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
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Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed:
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How many years of relevant experience do you have? Please note: All relevant experience must be listed on the application.
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Do you have relevant work experience that includes working with another public works entity or municipality?
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Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?
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If you do not currently hold a valid Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment?
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Are you able to work the required schedule as listed on the job posting? Please note: schedule is subject to change.
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Salary: $17.88 - $25.93 Hourly
Location : Allen, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Department: COMMUNITY SERVICES-WATER & SEWER
Division: W&S- OPERATIONS
Opening Date: 10/21/2024
Closing Date: 11/1/2024 5:00 PM Central
Description
HIRING RANGE: $1,430.69 - $1,752.66 Biweekly
FULL SALARY RANGE: $1,430.69 - $2,074.62 Biweekly
4-day workweek w/ overtime opportunity
Are you ready to embark on a journey that not only boosts your career but also allows you to make a real difference? At the City of Allen, we believe in the power of our people! We do Work that MATTERS!
Here's why joining our team is the perfect choice for your career journey:
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of vacation and sick leave each year to relax and rejuvenate. Plus, we celebrate with holidays and provide you with a personal day when you need it!
- Four-Day Work Week: Experience the perfect work-life balance with our four-day work week! More time for yourself, your family, and your passions.
- On-Call Pay: Your dedication doesn't go unnoticed! We offer on-call pay to ensure you're rewarded for your availability outside regular hours.
- Cell Phone Allowance: Stay connected effortlessly with our cell phone allowance, making it easier for you to manage communications.
- License Stipends: We recognize your hard work! Receive pay for specific licenses you hold, rewarding your expertise and qualifications.
- Affordable Medical Insurance: We provide affordable medical insurance options for you and your family, ensuring you have the care you need to stay healthy.
- Retirement Savings: Prepare for your future with our retirement savings plan, where the City contributes 2 to 1! It's a fantastic way to build your nest egg while you grow in your career.
The City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. Its strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer everyone.
The City's Mission is To achieve excellence in managing the development of the community and providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced.
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the PRIDE values. We do Work that MATTERS!
- People First - Giving priority to others
- Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
- Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
- Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
- Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment
The purpose of this position is to maintain accurate meter records. This is accomplished by reading and maintaining meters and performing repairs on meters. Other duties may include customer service, installing and disconnecting meters, and interfacing with City employees and citizens. This position does not provide direction to other employees.
Essential Functions
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Reads meters by operating handheld reading devices, exposing buried meters, accurately reading and recording meter usage, manually closing meter lids and pumping water out of meters.
- Provides customer service by answering questions, explaining how to read meters, rereading meters if needed, notifying customers of leaks and connecting and disconnecting meters.
- Maintains meters by picking-up and completing work orders, changing out broken meters, monitoring meters for damage, preparing reports, communicating meter problems to the appropriate departments and inspecting meters for water leaks.
- Installs and disconnects meters by locating the correct address and stop locations, establishing meter locations, installing, reconnecting and disconnecting meters, handling customers and collecting payments.
- Provides direction to employees by assigning and monitoring work activities, providing assistance and guidance to other employees and ensuring quality control of work tasks.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of relevant heavy machine operation work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Special Requirements:
- Must possess a valid Texas Class C vehicle license.
Supervision Exercised:
General Supervision: Work is normally reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards; autonomy is granted at the service or program level; work is subject to general and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of:
- City, State, and Federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Meter reading systems, equipment, and operating procedures.
- Diagnostics of equipment used in field testing.
- Light and heavy equipment operations and maintenance.
- Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
Skill in:
- Establishing and maintaining working relationships with professional and support staff, vendors, the public, and City employees.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
- Providing outstanding customer service and conflict resolution.
- Reading and interpreting gauges and other related instrumentation.
- Reading and understanding City, State and Federal rules and regulations.
- Working effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
- Effectively communicating orally.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Ability to work outside, including in extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
- Ability to lift, push, pull, reach, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, twist, climb, and balance frequently.
- Ability to operate city or personal vehicle for business purposes.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed.
**THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. **
Discover the Exceptional Benefits of Working with the City of Allen!
Health & Dental Insurance
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Choose between two EPO medical plans through UnitedHealthcare, including a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and city contributions. Both plans include vision insurance.
- Flexible Dental Plan: Access care in and out-of-network with our UnitedHealthcare dental plan, all while enjoying low monthly premiums.
- Coverage Start Date: Your benefits begin the first day of the month following just 30 days of employment.
- Life Insurance: Rest easy with Basic Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage, with options up to $250,000.
- Long-Term Disability: Provided at no cost to safeguard your financial future.
- Optional Benefits: Personalize your coverage with Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life, and Voluntary AD&D insurance at affordable group rates.
- Smart Savings: Manage your health and dependent care expenses with ease through payroll deductions and tax advantages.
- Health Incentives: Earn financial rewards by participating in health activities through our year-round wellness program.
- Safety Net: You're fully covered for any work-related injuries, ensuring your peace of mind on the job.
- Paid Holidays: Enjoy nine paid holidays annually, plus a personal day just for you.
- Vacation: Earn 120 hours of vacation annually, increasing to 160 hours after 10 years of service-giving you ample time to relax and recharge.
- Unlimited Sick Leave: Accrue 4.62 hours per pay period with no cap, ensuring flexibility for when you need it most.
- TMRS Participation: Secure your future with the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a 2-to-1 city match upon vesting and retirement.
- Social Security: Gain additional retirement security by participating in Social Security.
- 457 Plan: Save for your future while lowering your taxable income by contributing to our deferred compensation plan.
- Monthly Bonus: After your first year, receive $4 for every month of service-a reward that grows with your career.
Join the City of Allen Team!
Experience a benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future. Apply today and start your rewarding journey with us!
01
In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application Incomplete, so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.
- Yes
- No
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Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
03
Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?
- Yes
- No
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the above
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How many years of relevant experience do you have? Please note: All relevant experience must be listed on the application.
- 3 or more years
- 2 - 3 years
- 1 - 2 years
- Less than one year
- No experience
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Do you have relevant work experience that includes working with another public works entity or municipality?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
08
If you do not currently hold a valid Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment?
- Yes
- No
- Not applicable
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Are you able to work the required schedule as listed on the job posting? Please note: schedule is subject to change.
- Yes
- No
Required Question