Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Water Meter Technician Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Division

PUB UTIL BUS/CUST SVC

Requisition Number 2026386 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 7:00 AM

• 3:30 PM Overtime as required by the needs of the department. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R
• Routine Pay Grade GE03

Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary Starting Salary:

$37,652 Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience. Job Description Are you mechanically inclined? Do you like working outside? If you answered yes, this may be the job for you! As a Water Meter Technician I, you will assist the Water Meter Tech III in performing testing, maintenance, repair, and replacement of meters, meter boxes, and pipes ranging in size from 5/8" to 10". In addition, as a Water Meter Technician I, your typical duties would include reading and recording of water meter data, maintaining and issuing inventory of tools and materials, operating and maintaining equipment and vehicles. This work often requires entry in confined spaces such as large meter vaults. As successful Water Meter Technician I candidate should have the ability to use hand and power tools proficiently and communicate in a professional manner. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications Vocational/Educational Requirement:

Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or a closely related field.

Experience:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one month of related, full-time equivalent experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Special skills or equipment certification may be required.

Special Requirements:

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 08/06/2026 Job Close Date 08/27/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants Apply NOW ! Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume. Please also ensure that all sections of the application are completed in full, as submission of a resume is optional for this recruitment. This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Medical Marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy

• Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly. Physical Demands C = Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Standing Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Walking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting 50
• 100 lbs Carrying Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting 50
• 100 lbs Pushing/Pulling Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50
• 100 lbs Reaching Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Handling Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Kneeling Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crouching Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Hand Tools, Power Tools, Grinder, Saws, Water Pumps, Air Hammer, Vehicles. Protective Equipment Required Hard hat, safety vest, safety gloves, steel toed shoes or boots, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, rain gear, face shield, etc. to safely perform assigned work. Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse M = Several Times Per Month Other N = Never If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors M = Several Times Per Month Wetness/Humidity W = Several Times Per Week Darkness or Poor Lighting W = Several Times Per Week Primary Work Location Shop, Outdoors Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously

• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Time Pressures Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time.

Other N = Never If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) They work as a team doing repair work and installing meters. Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4