Customer Service & Water Meter Technician
Location : Palmetto, FL
Full-Time | MondayFriday | Benefits Eligible
Pay : $16.80
About the Job
The City of Palmetto is hiring a Customer Service & Water Meter Technician to support our Water and Customer Service Department. This role is hands-on and customer-facing youll perform meter readings, install and repair water meters, respond to customer questions, and help keep our water systems running smoothly.
What Youll Do
- Read, track, and record water consumption and report unusual changes (leaks, damages, high / low usage)
- Meet with customers to provide education about water usage and address questions (bilingual skills preferred)
- Install, clean, and repair water meters
- Respond to service orders, including disconnections and reconnections
- Perform preventative maintenance : cleaning, digging, lifting, spraying, and light equipment operation
- Assist with route analysis and department improvements
- Serve as backup at the front desk : scheduling, answering calls, assisting customers, creating reports
What Were Looking For
High school diploma or GED required2+ years of experience in customer service (preferably in water conservation, landscaping, utilities, or related field)Strong communication skills and ability to work with customers and internal teamsAbility to use computers, tablets, Microsoft Word, Excel (AMR software experience a plus)Bilingual preferredSome knowledge of plumbing repair (or willingness to learn)Requirements
Valid drivers licenseAbility to obtain Backflow Testing Certification within one yearWhy Join Us?
Opportunity to serve your communityStable, full-time position with benefitsHands-on role with both fieldwork and customer interactionIND3