Field Service Technician - Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)
Hyattsville, MD
About the Job
Position Information
Functional TitleField Service Technician
Recruitment Category TypeStandard
Functional CategoryUtility Services
GradeUH.11
FLSA StatusNon-Exempt
Requisition Number25-0096
Number of Vacancies1
Job LevelNon-Management
Job CodeN/A
Job Description Summary
Organization NameMeter Services
Reports toSection Manager, Utility Services Meter
Full or Part TimeFull Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or TemporaryRegular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 3:30 PM
Saturdays and OT
Subject to Change
Position LocationHyattsville
Position Summary Information
General Summary
TheField Service Technicianreads, installs, and replaces small residential and commercial water meters and their reading devices and responds to billing questions. The technician also disconnects and subsequently reconnects water/sewer services of delinquent customers.
Essential Functions
+ Troubleshoots and repairs electronic metering systems
+ Inspects customer property, including plumbing fixtures for leaks or meter defects, and reports findings to customers and to appropriate Customer Relations staff
+ Inspects job site to ensure that conditions are in compliance with WSSC Water standards for meter installation
+ Disconnects and subsequently reconnects water/sewer services of delinquent customers
+ Installs simple and advanced automatic metering systems
+ Installs wiring for meter reading systems
+ Installs, replaces, and performs preventive maintenance on residential and commercial water meters, and remote reading devices
+ Investigates meter readings out of tolerance
+ Locates and performs jobs on appointment schedule
+ Maintains accurate records of repairs and completes work tickets and reports
+ Performs emergency meter repairs
+ Performs small meter turn-ons and turn-offs for non-payment and/or customer requests, and may collect payments
+ Records daily work activities and prepares periodic reports
+ Repairs and replaces malfunctioning, leaky, noisy water meters
+ Requisitions supplies and consistently maintains inventory of meters and spare parts on vehicles
+ Satisfies on-the-spot customer inquiries regarding billing procedures and consumption problems
+ Takes measurements and sketches location of meters and curb boxes
+ Uses a wide variety of hand tools (some powered) in cramped and often adverse conditions
+ Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions
+ May read meters as required
+ May test equipment to troubleshoot small meters
+ Performs related duties as assigned
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Work is performed in an outdoor environment
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
+ Good knowledge of various small water meter components, meter operation principles, procedures for assembly and installation of outside and inside meters with and without remote systems, and plumbing code regulations
+ Good knowledge of geographical areas of Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties
+ Skill in the use of common hand and power tools and equipment
+ Ability to perform moderately to heavy physical exertion under adverse weather conditions, terrain and underground vaults
+ Ability to resolve mechanical meter problems
+ Ability to exercise good interpersonal communications skills
+ Good mechanical skills
+ Ability to complete first aid training
+ Ability to operate and understand electrical circuit testers
+ Ability to operate a computer terminal and understand its functions
+ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and to write in a legible manner when preparing work tickets
+ Ability to work effectively with Commission employees and the public
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
+ High school diploma or equivalent
+ 1+ years meter reading experience in a related industry
Additional Requirements
+ Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date
+ Working hours include evenings and weekends
+ Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
Preferences
Additional experience is helpful
Salary$23.99 - $35.28 hourly
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date11/14/2024
Open Until FilledNo
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
+ Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
+ Yes
+ No
+ Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
+ Yes
+ No
+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
+ Yes
+ No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
+ Resume
Optional Documents
Source : Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC)
