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WR Trades Associate II and III-Meter Repair

Gwinnett County

Department of Water Resources

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Not specified

Closes

February 10, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves maintaining and repairing water meters for residential and commercial customers, including installing new ones, troubleshooting issues on-site, and keeping equipment ready in a service truck.

Workers often handle physical tasks like digging and working in tight spaces, while also interacting directly with people to solve utility problems.

It's a good fit for someone handy with tools, comfortable with customer service, and experienced in water systems who doesn't mind on-call shifts or outdoor work.

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED, plus 2 years (Level II) or 4 years (Level III) of related work experience, or equivalent combination
  • Valid driver's license and Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
  • Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection License
  • Confined Space Certification (within 6 months for Level II; required for Level III)
  • Backflow Certification (required for Level III)
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and participate in random testing
  • Availability for on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Full Job Description

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Job Description
This position is responsible for maintenance and repairs related to the meter services/repair group. Employees in this group generally work independently (solo) performing water meter related maintenance and repairs. Employees interact face to face with customers assisting in troubleshooting and resolving issues.

Essential Duties
  • Perform preventive maintenance; inspecting equipment and materials for proper installation and potential problems or hazards.
  • Replace, install and test residential and commercial meters.
  • Utilize specialized equipment and computers to analyze data and enter field work orders.
  • Assist customers with on-site questions and concerns regarding utility services.
  • Complete forms and report detailed activities and findings.
  • Maintain and stock assigned service truck with necessary equipment and materials used to complete tasks.
  • Work in confined spaces; also involves squatting, kneeling, lifting and excavating with shovels and other hand tools.
  • Performing other duties of a similar nature or level.

Other Job Requirements/Information
  • This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
  • This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications
WR Trades Associate II(click here)
Grade: B21(3) - $44,968.00 - $71,948.00
  • High School Diploma, or G.E.D., and two years of related work experience;
  • or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
  • Valid driver's license of residency.
  • Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License.
  • Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection License.
  • Confined Space certification within 6 months.

WR Trades Associate III(click here)
Grade: B23(3) - $53,286.00 - $85,258.00
  • High School Diploma, or G.E.D., and four years of related work experience;
  • or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
  • Valid driver's license of residency.
  • Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License.
  • Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection License.
  • Backflow Certification.
  • Confined Space Certification.

Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

For more information about this department, please click here.

Qualifications

About Gwinnett County


Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities.

We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners.

The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more.

The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

  • Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
  • Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
  • Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

VisionGwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives! MissionGwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

ValuesIntegrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring ProcessGwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.


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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/10/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-gwinnett-5192711