Field Technician - (26-WS-813021-003)

DC Water•Washington, DC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Technician performs various field duties in support of Customer Services. These duties include, but are not limited to, enforcement of delinquent accounts, performing various types of services on meters from 5/8-inch up to 2” in size, inspection of various meter installations, reading of non-transmitting meters, verifying account information as it pertains to meter size, type, location and property serviced and various other meter related duties as assigned by the Foreman.

Requirements

Three (3) years of utility field experience.
High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
Basic data entry and laptops/computers.
Basic tools for wires splicing and stripping and various type and size wrenches.
Bury Splice Kits, UR connectors, curb cock keys, wheelbarrow keys, and lazy man keys, a plus.
Basic mathematics.
Read maps and navigate accordingly.
Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operating License.
Subject to indoor and/or outdoor environmental conditions that include exposure to extreme cold and/hot temperatures.
Subject to noise, vibration, and to hazards from a variety of physical conditions.
Subject to atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system or skin such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation, or to exposure to oils or other cutting fluids.
Lifts and carries objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Work sin tight, unlit, and unfinished spaces.
Work on call during hours and schedule identified by the Authority.

Responsibilities

Verifies customer information as it relates to meter reads, meter location, meter type, meter size, service address and occupancy.
Performs interior audits, meter leak inspections and site inspections to ensure that installation conforms to DC Water specifications to include frame and cover placements are at grade.
Performs service termination and restoration on meters from 5/8-inch up to two inches in size.
Reports and documents any deficiencies at meter installations to ensure that installation adheres to DC Water specifications and standards.
Installs meters and meter transmitting units (MTU) from 5/8-inch up to two inches in size.
Retrofits existing amr compatible meters with mtus.
Programs and troubleshoots non-responding MTUs to ensure transmission of meter reads.
Responds to radio dispatched requests for service and communicates back to dispatch final disposition of work assignment.
Maintains inventory of equipment on vehicle and follows appropriate reconciliation procedures.
Operates Authority vehicles as an essential function of the position. Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner. Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate Authority personnel.
Performs other related duties and projects assigned at the discretion of the immediate supervisor.