**Position Title**:Water Meter Repairperson

**Department**:DPW Water

**Employment Status**:Non-Exempt; Full-Time

**Salary**:UFCW Laborer’s Union, Grade 08L, Step 05, Starting pay - $20.69 + License(s)

**Licenses/Certifications**:MA Class B CDL Driver’s License - Class A Preferred, MA Water Distribution License Grade 2 Required

**SUMMARY**

The _**City of Chicopee’s Department of Public Works - Water Department**_ is hiring a _**Water Meter Repairperson**_. This position performs skilled maintenance work in the replacement, installation, repair, testing, and maintenance of water meters and appurtenances. Investigates possible water leaks and locates Service Boxes or Gate Valves used to perform such work. Aids in the implementation of the Water Shut-Off Policy under the direction of the superintendent.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE**
- Installs Commercial, Industrial, and Residential water meters as adopted by the Water Department.
- Verifies installation completion status of meters using various reports and systems, identifies non-communicating meters, and identifies/resolves discrepancies.
- Works with the Billing Department to process work orders for meter change outs per schedule.
- Opens manhole covers, pumps out meter pits as needed to install, repair, read and maintain water meters.
- Provides assistance with the implementation of the Water Shut-Off Policy and maintains a professional level of customer service.
- Repair and/or replace Commercial, Industrial, and Residential Meters.
- Maintains and stocks utility truck assigned to the Meter Repairmen, to ensure both the vehicle is in good working order, clean, and is stocked with all necessary components required for each day's scheduled work as well as emergency work.
- Other duties as assigned per the full job description.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Two (2) years of experience in water meter installation, in addition to two (2) years of experience as a Water Systems Maintenance worker. Knowledge of and experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks. Working knowledge of a wide variety of hand tools, air tools and hydraulic tools. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Willingness to perform heavy manual labor.

License Required:

- Massachusetts Class B CDL Driver's License required, Class A CDL preferred.
- Massachusetts Water Distribution License Grade 2 required.

**SCHEDULE, COMPENSATION & BENEFITS**

This is a _**Full Time**_,_**40 hours/week**_ position, with a schedule of _**7:00 AM - 3:30PM**_, _**Monday - Friday**_, with required flexibility for on-call and emergency situations. This role is classified in the UFCW Laborer’s Union, as_**Grade 08L**_**,*_ **Step 05**_,with a minimum starting payof_**$20.69 per hour + License(s)*_,with periodic step and pay increases upon continuous completion of employment with the City of Chicopee.

The City of Chicopee provides its employees [**contingent upon Employment Status**] with a robust benefits package which include_**Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Life Insurance, Holiday Pay, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans, a Pension Plan, Employee Discounts, and more**_.

**HOW TO APPLY**

**OR**
- Select **'Download Application'**, fill it out and mail it or hand deliver it (along with your resume) to the _**City of Chicopee**_ _**Human Resources Department**_, located at **274 Front Street, Chicopee, MA 01013**.

**Questions?**

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The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: From $20.69 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Experience level:

- 2 years

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

- Class B Drivers License (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Chicopee, MA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations