Meter Technician Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metcom/jobs/newprint/5079798) Apply  Meter Technician 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 + Benefits 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.