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METER WORKER 1/WATER METER REPAIRER METER WORKER 1

Code: 05742 Local Competitive

Career Family: METER WORKER 1/WATER METER REPAIRER METER WORKER

New Jersey treats Meter Worker 1/Water Meter Repairer Meter Worker 1 as a competitive-class job, so the gate is an examination and the ranked list it produces rather than a direct offer.

Eligibility comes down to 1 year of relevant experience.

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Meter Worker 1/Water Meter Repairer Meter Worker 1 is a local service title. It is filled by the counties, municipalities, authorities and other employers that have adopted civil service under Title 11A, not by State departments. Those employers set pay by ordinance or contract rather than from a State salary schedule, which is why most local titles carry no salary range here.

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Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, reads water, parking and/or other meters, reports damaged meters and leaks, and, when required, assists in the installation and repair of meters; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

  • Reads water, parking and/or other meters.
  • Reports damaged meters.
  • Reports leaks.
  • Reads and records meter readings.
  • Assists in the installation and repair of meters.
  • Inspects meters to see that the seal is intact and whether the meter is damaged.
  • Makes special readings when complaints are received regarding abnormal consumption and records reasons for fluctuations.
  • Answers inquiries and gives information concerning meter readings, the manner of making computations for consumption, and distribution system.
  • Keeps legible and accurate records.
  • May inform business office of meter readings for billing purposes.
  • May turn off service for nonpayment of charges or may turn service on for new occupants of premises.
  • WHEN WORKING WITH PARKING METERS:
  • May perform varied tasks involved in the installation, removal, repair, maintenance and adjustment of parking meters.
  • May dismantle parking meters and inspect, clean, and replace gears, springs, locks, glass, and other parts.
  • May install new and repaired stanchions and parking meters.
  • May rebuild outer casings.
  • May conduct periodic inspections to ensure proper functioning of parking meters.
  • May collect monies from meters and keep records of amounts of collections.
  • May paint and cement stanchions on curbs.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in the readings, repair, or installation of water, parking or other meters 'OR' one (1) year of experience as a laborer in a public works department.

One (1) year of experience in work involving the installation of water meter equipment.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING JOB CATEGORIES, please refer to the Job Specification Information Sheet available at the New Jersey Department of Personnel or your agency's personnel office.

Occupational Group: Fabrication and Repair of Scientific, Medical and Optic Equipment

Occupational Family: Meter Repair

This job specification is for local government use only.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Knowledge of proper methods of reading meters.
  • Knowledge of methods of computing consumption.
  • Knowledge of varied types of coin regulated machines and their operation after a period of training.
  • Knowledge of reasons for faulty operation and steps necessary to correct the condition after a period of training.
  • Knowledge of tools and equipment used in installing, removing, repairing, maintaining, and adjusting water, parking, and other meters after a period of training.
  • Knowledge of the methods used to maintain accurate records of cash receipts and keeping of records and files.
  • Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Ability to explain the basic operation of meters when requested by consumers.
  • Ability to perform meter work using established safety procedures.
  • Ability to receive complaints from consumers and take appropriate action.
  • Ability to inspect meters at places of installation and note significant facts that may lead to malfunctioning meters.
  • Ability to dismantle and replace broken and worn parts.
  • Ability to rebuild and test meters to ensure that they are working properly.
  • Ability to keep necessary records.
  • Ability to read meters.
  • Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible
  • <b> WATER METER REPAIRER</b>
  • <b> JOB CATEGORY SUMMARY</b>
  • A position in this job category typically tests water pressure; tests accuracy of meter flows; repairs meters; stops water service; cleans flow meters; records the use of materials, equipment, parts or supplies.
  • <b> CHARACTERISTIC TASKS</b>

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

The above Job Category Summary and following examples of work are for illustrative purposes only. Any one position may not include all of the tasks listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties which may be performed.

Records meter flow readings.

Tests water pressure for home and main lines.

Tests accuracy of meter flows.

Records the use of materials, equipment, parts, or supplies.

Writes technical, statistical, or financial reports.

Distributes materials, equipment, parts, or supplies.

Recommends the purchase of new and replacement materials, equipment, parts, and supplies.

Verifies that quantity and type of item ordered matches invoice.

Operates a motor vehicle.

Repairs meters.

Installs flow meters, computerized water meter systems, and remotes (ECR).

Setsup flow meters.

Stops (discontinues) water service.

Cleans flow meters.

Removes outdated materials, equipment, parts, or supplies.

Calibrates meter flow.

Arranges materials, equipment, parts, and supplies for inventory control.

Consults with outside agencies or individuals about information necessary for job assignments.

<b> CHARACTERISTIC KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</b>

Knowledge of water meter cleaning procedures.

Knowledge of water meter mechanical components.

Knowledge of water meter reading recording procedures.

Knowledge of procedures for installing water meters.

Knowledge of state standards for calibrating water meters.

Knowledge of procedures for inspecting disc and chamber water meters.

Knowledge of procedures for calibrating water meters.

Knowledge of procedures for testing disc and chamber water meters.

Knowledge of the characteristics and use of chemical solvents for cleaning equipment or apparatus.

Knowledge of flat, ECR, and GTR registers.

Knowledge of procedures for operating propane and acetyline torches.

Knowledge of electronic component color codes.

Knowledge of inventory control.

Knowledge of warehousing procedures.

Knowledge of procedures for dispatching materials and equipment.

Skill in using small hand and power tools, such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers, drills, pipe cutters, and other benchwork tools.

Skill in operating a motor vehicle.

Ability to set up disc water meters.

Ability to repair chamber water meters.

Ability to perform plumbing operations involving the use of hoses, tubing, pipe, and plumbing fixtures.

Ability to set up chamber water meters.

Ability to read various meters, gauges, and dials.

Ability to repair disc water meters.

Ability to set up compound water meters.

Ability to set up turbine water meters.

Ability to perform mechanical operations involving disassembly and adjustment of mechanical devices and supplies.

Ability to write at the reading level of the targeted audience.

Ability to summarize information in written form.

Ability to take precise measurements.

Ability to collect data through questioning.

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