Job Details

Job Location
Mustang - Aubrey TX - Aubrey, TX

Position Type
Full Time

Description

Texas Meter & Device is ready to hire several Water Meter Technicians in the Aubrey, TX, area for a full-time temporary position expected to last 6-7 months. Training wage is $18/hr, then it moves to piece rate with no cap - technicians can average $160/day or more.

Under the general direction of the Water Meter Installation Project Manager or field supervisor, the Water Meter Technician will be installing new water meters, resetting water meter pits (if needed), installing leak detection units, and retrofitting communication modules on existing meters.

Responsibilities include:

• Installation of new residential and commercial water meters.
• Recording address, GPS, and meter information.
• Verification of proper installation/transmission of new meter data by utilizing tablet PC, handheld equipment or smartphone.
• Manages daily client communications, data and reporting.
• Coordinates scheduling and meets quality / quantity requirements.
• Provide for excellence in internal and external customer service.
• Create a positive experience for customers, water users and communities through professional and courteous behavior and producing high quality results.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned or necessary.

Requirements:

• Mechanical aptitude is necessary

* Must reside in the Aubrey, TX area as there is no per diem nor relocation associated with this position.

• Ability to use hand held device and other equipment as required for the position.

• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

• Ability to stand on feet, bend or stoop for a prolonged period of time. The work is performed outdoors and through inclement weather as necessary.

• Ability to carry out duties in a safe and efficient manner.

• Stable Multi-year Work History

• Attention to Detail

• Dependability

• Good Communication Skills (speaking, reading and writing)

• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience due to insurance requirements.

• Additional Requirements: Background check clearance including drug screening and I-9 documentation as required by law

Work days will generally be M-F, but weekend work may be required at times. Work hours are usually an 8 hour shift between the hours of 7am - 5pm (such as: 7am - 3:30pm with a 30 min lunch period, 7:30am - 4pm with a 30 min lunch period, or 8am - 4:30pm with a 30 min lunch period) but can vary based on the individual project.

Employees will report to a specified location each day to pick up inventory and their work vehicle for the day and must also return to the work location after their route at the end of day to offload old inventory and secure work vehicle for the evening.

TMD is an EOE.