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GENERAL JOB FUNCTION About CCWD Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today's needs and tomorrow's challenges. Why Work Here Meaningful Public Service Play a direct role in supporting safe, reliable water service that protects public health and strengthens the communities we serve.

Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service to the public. Competitive Total Rewards & Professional Growth CCWD offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and opportunities that support ongoing professional growth. The Opportunity Contra Costa Water District is seeking a skilled and motivated Meter Technician to join our team.

In this hands-on field role, you will install, inspect, test, maintain, and repair water meters and related equipment that support reliable water service throughout the community. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, mechanical work, field operations, and working both independently and collaboratively in a public service environment. Why You'll Enjoy This Role Meaningful Public Service Play an important role in supporting reliable water service for the community.

Your work directly contributes to maintaining essential infrastructure that customers depend on every day. Variety of Hands-On Work No two days are exactly the same. This role offers a combination of fieldwork, hands-on mechanical repairs, inspections, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving in both shop and outdoor environments.

Professional Growth & Technical Skill Development Gain valuable experience working with water meter systems, repair equipment, and automated meter infrastructure (AMI) technology while continuing to build specialized utility and mechanical skills. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Key Responsibilities Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair residential and commercial water meters and related equipment. Perform meter leak repairs and replace or reset meter boxes, lids, and covers.

Assist with the installation, support, and maintenance of automated meter infrastructure (AMI) systems and large meter testing programs. Collect, maintain, and document field and shop data, test results, and work performed using computerized systems and records. Operate and maintain tools, testing equipment, vehicles, and other equipment required for meter repair and field operations.

Respond to customer inquiries and service requests professionally and effectively while helping resolve meter-related concerns. For a full description of examples of duties, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following: Meter Technician MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS For a full description of required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following link: Meter Technician Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered best qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; frequently reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb and descend ladders, to operate inspection equipment and varied tools, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; and vision to conduct inspections and read printed materials and a computer. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to investigate problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to operate and repair tools and equipment.

Employees must possess the ability to carry, push, pull, and lift materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds with the use of proper equipment. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Employees may be exposed to blood borne pathogens.

WORKING CONDITIONS Employees may be required to work outside their Normal Workweek/Workday which may consist of evenings, weekends, and holidays. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Contra Costa Water District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based upon race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other actual or perceived status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications and performance. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION One of the many CCWD goals is to pursue organizational excellence through diversity, equity, inclusivity, leadership, and professionalism. We recognize the strengths of staff creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and improved decision-making resulting from diverse perspectives, and we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that values, recognizes, and supports inclusion.

CONVICTION HISTORY A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify. DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All CCWD employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law.

As such, CCWD employees may be called upon to support the activities of CCWD during an emergency situation. Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process should contact Human Resources at 925-688-8002.