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Utility Meter Technician II - Department of Public Works

City of Baltimore114 open roles

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200 N Franklintown Rd
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Your applicationOpen nowUtility Meter Technician II - Department of Public WorksCity of Baltimore · 200 N Franklintown Rd

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10.5% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. City of Baltimore postings stay open a median of 15 days.

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  2. 4.3%3 days
  3. 10.5%7 days
  4. 15.9%14 days
  5. 34.1%30 days
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City of Baltimore median: 15 days open

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Salary Range:

$48,653.00 - $79,299.00 Annually

Starting Pay:

$48,653.00 Annually

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits

Job Summary:

A Utility Meter Technician II DPW performs a variety of routine manual labor regarding water distribution activities. Work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive close supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek; overtime may be required in emergencies. This is a high volume, production work environment. Work is performed outdoors where incumbents are regularly exposed to extremes of weather, dust, dirt, dogs and vermin and may be exposed to irate or hostile citizens. Work requires working in confined spaces, periods of prolonged walking and standing and repetitive bending and stooping to loosen and lift water meter vaults.

Minimum Qualifications:

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate. Must have completed one year as an Utility Meter Technician I or have two years of relevant experience.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certificates: Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit. PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSE OR LEARNER PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH APPLICATION AT TIME OF APPLYING.

**APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. **

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of tools, materials and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of water meters and associated equipment.
  • Knowledge of industry safety practices and procedures.
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills necessary to operate handheld and or mobile devices.
  • Knowledge of meter reading and meter register dials.
  • Knowledge of the meter reading schedule and routes
  • Knowledge of the metering equipment and Fixed Network components.
  • Knowledge of meter hardware functionality.
  • Ability to read schedules, routes, street maps, names and addresses and to locate addresses in assigned geographic area.
  • Ability to learn meter operation procedures.
  • Ability to complete forms and reports.
  • Ability to perform arithmetic computations.
  • Ability to follow directives and instructions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with consumers and others.
  • Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods.
  • Ability to perform repetitive bending and stooping.

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Your Recruiter: Jewel Glenn

If you have any questions, please contact Jewel Glenn, Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Specialist II, via email at [email protected].

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

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