Water Meter Technician Crew leader at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Chesapeake, Virginia

Working Title of Vacant PositionWater Meter Technician Crew leader
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL BUS/CUST SVC
Requisition Number: 2025540
Number of hours worked per week: 40+ Occasional overtime required on Saturdays
Work Schedule: 6am to 2:30pm in the summer 7am to 3:30pm in the winter Some Saturdays may mandatory. Some holidays will be voluntary. | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: $49,373 -$73,442/annually
*Salary is based on experience and qualifications

Job Description: The City of Chesapeake is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Water Meter Technician Crew Leader to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, field-based environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives on organization, problem-solving, and keeping operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of approximately 9 Water Meter Technicians
• Ensure accurate and timely meter readings to support the City’s billing process
• Manage a bi-monthly reading cycle (55–58 days) and adjust staffing as needed
• Plan, assign, and load daily routes using handheld devices and routing software
• Conduct field audits and upload audit data for billing processing
• Perform meter readings in the field when necessary
• Assign small teams (2–3 technicians) based on strengths and workload
• Oversee City-issued vehicles and ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness
• Monitor employee vehicle upkeep and compliance
• Handle performance management, documentation, and disciplinary actions as needed
• Post vacancies, screen candidates, conduct interviews, and complete onboarding tasks

What We’re Looking For

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Adaptability to changing conditions (weather, holidays, staffing needs)
• Detail-oriented, patient, and team-focused mindset
• Comfortable working both in the office and in the field

If you enjoy leading others, staying organized, and making a direct impact on essential City services, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to do just that.
Schedule & Work Conditions

• Occasional mandatory or voluntary Saturdays, based on operational needs
• Some holidays may be voluntary
• Work schedules are determined by the General Supervisor with input from the Crew Leader

Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires high school diploma or GED.

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

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance City Driving Standards. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required. Special skills or equipment certification may also be required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with MVRS and Temetra routing software, and handheld devices. Experience with reading water meters. Experience with managing and coordinating a team of several persons. Experience with hand tools. Experience with windows 11, Word, and similar software.


Job Open Date: 01/16/2026
Job Close Date: 01/29/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants: In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug and 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.