Meter Repairman/Forman - City of Chicopee
Chicopee, MA
About the Job
Meter Repairman/Foreman 2024-129 Department - DPW Water Employment
Status: UFCW Laborers Union, Non-Exempt; Full-Time (40 Hours) Salary:
Grade 11L, Step 05 - $25.89/Hour + Licenses Schedule: Mon-Fri -
7:00AM - 3:30PM Certifications/Licenses Required: MA Grade 2D License
(will be considered), MA Grade 3D License (must obtain within 6 months
of hire), MA Class B CDL License About the Job The City of Chicopee's
Department of Public Works - Water Division is hiring a Meter
Repairperson/Foreman who performs skilled maintenance work in the
replacement, installation, repair, testing, and maintenance of water
meters and appurtenances. Investigates possible water leaks and locates
Service Boxes or Gate Valves used to perform such work. Aids in the
implementation of the Water Shut-Off Policy under the direction of the
superintendent. Qualifications Massachusetts Class B CDL License -
Required Massachusetts Water Distribution Grade 2 License - Required
Massachusetts Water Distribution Grade 3 License - Required - (must
obtain within 6 months of hire) Massachusetts Class A CDL License -
Preferred Two (2) years of experience in water meter installation + two
(2) years of experience as a Water System Maintenance worker. Working
knowledge of a wide variety of hand tools, air tools and hydraulic
tools. Willingness to perform heavy manual labor. High School Diploma or
Equivalent Essential Duties Include Installs Commercial, Industrial, and
Residential water meters as adopted by the Water Department. Verifies
installation completion status of meters using various reports and
systems, identifies non-communicating meters, and identifies/resolves
discrepancies. Opens manhole covers, pumps out meter pits as needed to
install, repair, read and maintain water meters. Keeps accurate records
as to the location, size, make and serial numbers of meters. Checks
water pressure in dwellings and performs flow tests to determine
possible restrictions. Inspects water service for leaks, faulty
register, damaged meters, cross connections, and illegal connections
relating to the meter and/or water service installation. Maintains and
stocks utility truck assigned to the Meter Repairmen, to ensure both the
vehicle is in good working order, clean, and is stocked with all
necessary components required for each day's scheduled work as well as
emergency work. Willingness to work in confined spaces such as meter
pits, behind walls and under stairs where water meters and services are
typically located. Must be available for emergency work in the event of
a water main failure (nights and weekends). May be required to work
Emergency Stand-By duty. Abides by City of Chicopee Health and Safety
policies and procedures. BENEFITS The City of Chicopee provides its
employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits
package which include the following: Recurring Sick Time, Vacation,
Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more
Status: UFCW Laborers Union, Non-Exempt; Full-Time (40 Hours) Salary:
Grade 11L, Step 05 - $25.89/Hour + Licenses Schedule: Mon-Fri -
7:00AM - 3:30PM Certifications/Licenses Required: MA Grade 2D License
(will be considered), MA Grade 3D License (must obtain within 6 months
of hire), MA Class B CDL License About the Job The City of Chicopee's
Department of Public Works - Water Division is hiring a Meter
Repairperson/Foreman who performs skilled maintenance work in the
replacement, installation, repair, testing, and maintenance of water
meters and appurtenances. Investigates possible water leaks and locates
Service Boxes or Gate Valves used to perform such work. Aids in the
implementation of the Water Shut-Off Policy under the direction of the
superintendent. Qualifications Massachusetts Class B CDL License -
Required Massachusetts Water Distribution Grade 2 License - Required
Massachusetts Water Distribution Grade 3 License - Required - (must
obtain within 6 months of hire) Massachusetts Class A CDL License -
Preferred Two (2) years of experience in water meter installation + two
(2) years of experience as a Water System Maintenance worker. Working
knowledge of a wide variety of hand tools, air tools and hydraulic
tools. Willingness to perform heavy manual labor. High School Diploma or
Equivalent Essential Duties Include Installs Commercial, Industrial, and
Residential water meters as adopted by the Water Department. Verifies
installation completion status of meters using various reports and
systems, identifies non-communicating meters, and identifies/resolves
discrepancies. Opens manhole covers, pumps out meter pits as needed to
install, repair, read and maintain water meters. Keeps accurate records
as to the location, size, make and serial numbers of meters. Checks
water pressure in dwellings and performs flow tests to determine
possible restrictions. Inspects water service for leaks, faulty
register, damaged meters, cross connections, and illegal connections
relating to the meter and/or water service installation. Maintains and
stocks utility truck assigned to the Meter Repairmen, to ensure both the
vehicle is in good working order, clean, and is stocked with all
necessary components required for each day's scheduled work as well as
emergency work. Willingness to work in confined spaces such as meter
pits, behind walls and under stairs where water meters and services are
typically located. Must be available for emergency work in the event of
a water main failure (nights and weekends). May be required to work
Emergency Stand-By duty. Abides by City of Chicopee Health and Safety
policies and procedures. BENEFITS The City of Chicopee provides its
employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits
package which include the following: Recurring Sick Time, Vacation,
Thirteen Holidays Per Year, Retirement Plan, and more
Source : City of Chicopee
