ABOUT THE WATER DEPARTMENT
The Cambridge Water Department (CWD) is a municipally owned and operated water utility, responsible for the treatment and delivery of water to the residents of Cambridge and the preservation, protection, and management of the City's watershed and its two reservoirs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Water meter installation
- Repair or replacement of water meters
- Install and program Meter Transmitter Units (MTU) in public, private, institutional, or industrial establishments
- Troubleshoot water meters and MTUs when necessary
- Inspect water piping
- Perform accuracy testing on removed water meters
- Turn on and shutoff water as required
Customer Service
Investigate high water billsInvestigate problems / complaints as well as investigate potential leaks at customer's propertySchedule appointments with customers, prepares reportsVerify exception reports, account numbers, MTU serial numbers and meter serial numbers for accuracyAssist in rollout of consumer engagement (on-line reads) for water usageKeep records of materials and equipment including meter inventoryMay perform other related work as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years minimum experience in water works construction and maintenance activities or equivalent.Working knowledge of materials, methods and techniques related to the installation and maintenance of meters and MTUs.A valid Class D driver's license is required.WORKING KNOWLEDGE
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMUNIS or similar billing systemWeb browsers such as Chrome or EdgePHYSICAL DEMANDS
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, install water meters and MTUs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Indoors and Outdoors, as well as varying weather conditions.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Competitive Health, Dental and Vision benefitsVacation and sick leave eligibleSick Incentive Pay eligible3 Personal Days14 Paid HolidaysEligible for hourly stipends associated with Water Distribution licenses, Hoisting & Engineering licenses, and a Commercial Driver's LicenseREQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Resume
Cover letter
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