St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission
Meter Technician
St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission, Salisbury, Maryland, United States, 21801
Salary:
$49,398.00 - $75,284.00 Annually Location :
23121 Camden Way California, MD Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
107-0915 Department:
Fiscal Opening Date:
09/15/2025 Closing Date:
9/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description Job Summary:
Performs repairs and other services relating to water meters. Duties include repairing & replacing of Neptune AMR radio read meters (or similar), meter reading for monthly billing cycle, disconnection/reconnection of water services, work monthly stand-by on a rotational basis, and collecting meter information data logs. Position reports to the Supervisor, Utility Billing/Customer Service.
Examples of Duties Essential Functions: Maintains the water meters and mounting assemblies used in the water distribution system Reads meters to determine the total gallons of water used for billing purposes Keeps inventory for the meters, registers, and other various supplies ordered for the Operations Department Performs water disconnection/reconnection of water services as directed Assists with special meter related projects as requested by a supervisor, Operations, and/or management Performs maintenance of meter lids, vaults, backflow preventers and shut off points/curb stops. Works with the Construction Division on the installation of new curb stops/valves required for disconnecting services of customers with delinquent accounts Addresses work orders and service orders related to meters and mounting assemblies, which are generated by customer concerns or management concerns with excessive use Works stand-by on a rotational basis with other Meter Techs, to perform after-hours reconnection services during time of disconnection Perform data logging functions on meters Other Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.):
Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission policies and procedures Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel computer programs and be able to acquire a working knowledge of computers systems used to perform daily duties Ability to act as a representative of St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission to the public Expert knowledge on relevant meter repair practices and procedures Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures Ability to effectively communicate with other staff members
Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.):
Training and/or Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. and two or more years of job-related experience
Experience:
Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience
Licenses or Certificates:
Must possess a valid Maryland driver's license, Class C, Must obtain Water Distribution 1 License within 18 months
Supplemental Information Physical Demands:
Requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 60 pounds.
Unusual Demands:
Work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress, which require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., aggressive human behavior, extreme outdoor weather conditions, confined workspace, or similar situations where conditions cannot be controlled. 1. Group Health/Vision/Dental Coverage: Medical insurance (including prescription and vision) is a POS plan or HMO Open Access Plan offered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. Dental insurance is a Traditional Plan or a PPO plan also offered byCareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment.
MetCom pays 85% of the premium.
2.
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance:
MetCom provides an amount equal to one (1) times gross annual salary. The employee has the option to purchase from one (1) to five (5) more times their annual salary. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment. Optional Life and AD&D insurance may also be purchased for the spouse and/or children.
3.
Long Term Disability Insurance: MetCom provides long term disability coverage, which pays 66 2/3% of monthly pay after 180 days of disability status. The employee has the option to purchase short term disability insurance which pays 60% of monthly pay after 30 days of disability status. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment.
4.
COBRA: The employee and dependents have the right under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) to continue their insurance benefits after an occurrence of an event which would otherwise cause them to lose coverage. The employee and dependents are required to notify the Company within 60 days of a qualifying event. Some examples of a qualifying event are:termination of employment or reduction in hours, divorce or legal separation, dependent definition limitation (attainment of the maximum age of eligibility or marriage), or the employee's death. Details are provided at the time of indoctrination.
5.
State Retirement and Pension Plan: MetCom contributes a percentage, mandated by the State each year, of the employee's gross salary. The employee contributes a mandatory 7% of gross salary, effective the first day of employment.
6.
Optional Programs: The employee has the option to participate in the following pre-tax plans: - 457 (B) - AFLAC - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Metcom does not make any contribution to these plans.
7.
Annual Leave: 1 - 5 year 10.5 days/year 6 - 10 year 15 days/year 11 - 20 year 21 days/year 20 years or more 25.5 days/year
8.
Sick Leave: 15 days/year. Can be taken for children, spouse, parents, and parents-in- law as well.
9.
Administrative Leave: Jury Duty; subpoena appearance (when employee is not the defendant); up to three (3) days for injuries or illnesses alleged by the employee to have been caused or suffered during employment.
10.
Bereavement Leave: Up to three (3) days due to the death of the employee's or employee's spouse's family: spouse, children, parents, brothers, sisters, and grandparents. Up to one (1) day due to the death of one of the following members of an employee's or employee's spouse's family: niece, nephew, aunt, uncle.
11.
Holidays: 15 per year.
12.
Paid leave for: Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad calls.
13.
Employee Assistance Program. Assistance for employees who are experiencing personal or job related problems.
14.
Tuition Assistance Program.
$49,398.00 - $75,284.00 Annually Location :
23121 Camden Way California, MD Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
107-0915 Department:
Fiscal Opening Date:
09/15/2025 Closing Date:
9/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description Job Summary:
Performs repairs and other services relating to water meters. Duties include repairing & replacing of Neptune AMR radio read meters (or similar), meter reading for monthly billing cycle, disconnection/reconnection of water services, work monthly stand-by on a rotational basis, and collecting meter information data logs. Position reports to the Supervisor, Utility Billing/Customer Service.
Examples of Duties Essential Functions: Maintains the water meters and mounting assemblies used in the water distribution system Reads meters to determine the total gallons of water used for billing purposes Keeps inventory for the meters, registers, and other various supplies ordered for the Operations Department Performs water disconnection/reconnection of water services as directed Assists with special meter related projects as requested by a supervisor, Operations, and/or management Performs maintenance of meter lids, vaults, backflow preventers and shut off points/curb stops. Works with the Construction Division on the installation of new curb stops/valves required for disconnecting services of customers with delinquent accounts Addresses work orders and service orders related to meters and mounting assemblies, which are generated by customer concerns or management concerns with excessive use Works stand-by on a rotational basis with other Meter Techs, to perform after-hours reconnection services during time of disconnection Perform data logging functions on meters Other Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.):
Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission policies and procedures Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel computer programs and be able to acquire a working knowledge of computers systems used to perform daily duties Ability to act as a representative of St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission to the public Expert knowledge on relevant meter repair practices and procedures Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures Ability to effectively communicate with other staff members
Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.):
Training and/or Education:
High school diploma or G.E.D. and two or more years of job-related experience
Experience:
Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience
Licenses or Certificates:
Must possess a valid Maryland driver's license, Class C, Must obtain Water Distribution 1 License within 18 months
Supplemental Information Physical Demands:
Requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 60 pounds.
Unusual Demands:
Work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress, which require a range of safety and other precautions, e.g., aggressive human behavior, extreme outdoor weather conditions, confined workspace, or similar situations where conditions cannot be controlled. 1. Group Health/Vision/Dental Coverage: Medical insurance (including prescription and vision) is a POS plan or HMO Open Access Plan offered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. Dental insurance is a Traditional Plan or a PPO plan also offered byCareFirst BlueCross BlueShield. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment.
MetCom pays 85% of the premium.
2.
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance:
MetCom provides an amount equal to one (1) times gross annual salary. The employee has the option to purchase from one (1) to five (5) more times their annual salary. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment. Optional Life and AD&D insurance may also be purchased for the spouse and/or children.
3.
Long Term Disability Insurance: MetCom provides long term disability coverage, which pays 66 2/3% of monthly pay after 180 days of disability status. The employee has the option to purchase short term disability insurance which pays 60% of monthly pay after 30 days of disability status. Coverage takes affect the first of the month following the date of employment.
4.
COBRA: The employee and dependents have the right under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) to continue their insurance benefits after an occurrence of an event which would otherwise cause them to lose coverage. The employee and dependents are required to notify the Company within 60 days of a qualifying event. Some examples of a qualifying event are:termination of employment or reduction in hours, divorce or legal separation, dependent definition limitation (attainment of the maximum age of eligibility or marriage), or the employee's death. Details are provided at the time of indoctrination.
5.
State Retirement and Pension Plan: MetCom contributes a percentage, mandated by the State each year, of the employee's gross salary. The employee contributes a mandatory 7% of gross salary, effective the first day of employment.
6.
Optional Programs: The employee has the option to participate in the following pre-tax plans: - 457 (B) - AFLAC - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Metcom does not make any contribution to these plans.
7.
Annual Leave: 1 - 5 year 10.5 days/year 6 - 10 year 15 days/year 11 - 20 year 21 days/year 20 years or more 25.5 days/year
8.
Sick Leave: 15 days/year. Can be taken for children, spouse, parents, and parents-in- law as well.
9.
Administrative Leave: Jury Duty; subpoena appearance (when employee is not the defendant); up to three (3) days for injuries or illnesses alleged by the employee to have been caused or suffered during employment.
10.
Bereavement Leave: Up to three (3) days due to the death of the employee's or employee's spouse's family: spouse, children, parents, brothers, sisters, and grandparents. Up to one (1) day due to the death of one of the following members of an employee's or employee's spouse's family: niece, nephew, aunt, uncle.
11.
Holidays: 15 per year.
12.
Paid leave for: Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad calls.
13.
Employee Assistance Program. Assistance for employees who are experiencing personal or job related problems.
14.
Tuition Assistance Program.