Job Specification
METER WORKER 1/WATER METER REPAIRER (05742)
METER WORKER 1
DEFINITION
Under direction, reads water, parking and/or other meters,
reports damaged meters and leaks, and, when required,
assists in the installation and repair of meters; does other
related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for
illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title
may not perform all duties listed in this job specification.
Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Reads water, parking and/or other meters.
Reports damaged meters.
Reports leaks.
Reads and records meter readings.
Assists in the installation and repair of meters.
Inspects meters to see that the seal is intact and whether
the meter is damaged.
Makes special readings when complaints are received regarding
abnormal consumption and records reasons for fluctuations.
Answers inquiries and gives information concerning meter
readings, the manner of making computations for consumption,
and distribution system.
Keeps legible and accurate records.
May inform business office of meter readings for billing purposes.
May turn off service for nonpayment of charges or may turn
service on for new occupants of premises.
WHEN WORKING WITH PARKING METERS:
May perform varied tasks involved in the installation, removal,
repair, maintenance and adjustment of parking meters.
May dismantle parking meters and inspect, clean, and replace
gears, springs, locks, glass, and other parts.
May install new and repaired stanchions and parking meters.
May rebuild outer casings.
May conduct periodic inspections to ensure proper functioning
of parking meters.
May collect monies from meters and keep records of amounts
of collections.
May paint and cement stanchions on curbs.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and information systems used by
the agency, office or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of experience in the readings, repair, or installation
of water, parking or other meters 'OR' one (1) year of experience
as a laborer in a public works department.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in
New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee
mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of proper methods of reading meters.
Knowledge of methods of computing consumption.
Knowledge of varied types of coin regulated machines and their
operation after a period of training.
Knowledge of reasons for faulty operation and steps necessary
to correct the condition after a period of training.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in installing, removing,
repairing, maintaining, and adjusting water, parking, and other
meters after a period of training.
Knowledge of the methods used to maintain accurate records
of cash receipts and keeping of records and files.
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written
directions.
Ability to explain the basic operation of meters when requested
by consumers.
Ability to perform meter work using established safety procedures.
Ability to receive complaints from consumers and take appropriate
action.
Ability to inspect meters at places of installation and note significant
facts that may lead to malfunctioning meters.
Ability to dismantle and replace broken and worn parts.
Ability to rebuild and test meters to ensure that they are working
properly.
Ability to keep necessary records.
Ability to read meters.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording
and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English
sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign
Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable
forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long
as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without
reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such
persons may not be eligible
WATER METER REPAIRER
JOB CATEGORY SUMMARY
A position in this job category typically tests water pressure;
tests accuracy of meter flows; repairs meters; stops water
service; cleans flow meters; records the use of materials,
equipment, parts or supplies.
CHARACTERISTIC TASKS
NOTE: The above Job Category Summary and following examples
of work are for illustrative purposes only. Any one position may
not include all of the tasks listed, nor do the examples cover
all of the duties which may be performed.
Records meter flow readings.
Tests water pressure for home and main lines.
Tests accuracy of meter flows.
Records the use of materials, equipment, parts, or supplies.
Writes technical, statistical, or financial reports.
Distributes materials, equipment, parts, or supplies.
Recommends the purchase of new and replacement materials,
equipment, parts, and supplies.
Verifies that quantity and type of item ordered matches invoice.
Operates a motor vehicle.
Repairs meters.
Installs flow meters, computerized water meter systems, and
remotes (ECR).
Setsup flow meters.
Stops (discontinues) water service.
Cleans flow meters.
Removes outdated materials, equipment, parts, or supplies.
Calibrates meter flow.
Arranges materials, equipment, parts, and supplies for inventory
control.
Consults with outside agencies or individuals about information
necessary for job assignments.
CHARACTERISTIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of water meter cleaning procedures.
Knowledge of water meter mechanical components.
Knowledge of water meter reading recording procedures.
Knowledge of procedures for installing water meters.
Knowledge of state standards for calibrating water meters.
Knowledge of procedures for inspecting disc and chamber water
meters.
Knowledge of procedures for calibrating water meters.
Knowledge of procedures for testing disc and chamber water
meters.
Knowledge of the characteristics and use of chemical solvents for
cleaning equipment or apparatus.
Knowledge of flat, ECR, and GTR registers.
Knowledge of procedures for operating propane and acetyline
torches.
Knowledge of electronic component color codes.
Knowledge of inventory control.
Knowledge of warehousing procedures.
Knowledge of procedures for dispatching materials and equipment.
Skill in using small hand and power tools, such as wrenches,
screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers, drills, pipe cutters, and
other benchwork tools.
Skill in operating a motor vehicle.
Ability to set up disc water meters.
Ability to repair chamber water meters.
Ability to perform plumbing operations involving the use of
hoses, tubing, pipe, and plumbing fixtures.
Ability to set up chamber water meters.
Ability to read various meters, gauges, and dials.
Ability to repair disc water meters.
Ability to set up compound water meters.
Ability to set up turbine water meters.
Ability to perform mechanical operations involving disassembly
and adjustment of mechanical devices and supplies.
Ability to write at the reading level of the targeted audience.
Ability to summarize information in written form.
Ability to take precise measurements.
Ability to collect data through questioning.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in work involving the
installation of water meter equipment.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license
valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential
duties of the position.
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING JOB CATEGORIES, please refer to
the Job Specification Information Sheet available at the New
Jersey Department of Personnel or your agency's personnel office.
Occupational Group: Fabrication and Repair of Scientific, Medical and Optic
Equipment
Occupational Family: Meter Repair
This job specification is for local government use only.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
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Code | Variant | State,
Local or
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Week | State
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Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 05742 | | L | C | | N/A | 01 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
10/08/2011 |
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