Job Information
Eagle River Water & Sanitation District Utility Services Technician (Meter Services) in Vail, Colorado
Salary Range $27.74 - $52.05 Hourly
Level Entry
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Day
Education Level High School
Travel Percentage Negligible
Category Government
Utility Services Technician – Meter Services
If you’re the kind of person who can chat with anyone on a chairlift and isn’t afraid to grab a wrench, this might be your kind of job.
The Eagle River Water & Sanitation District is looking for a hands-on Utility Services Technician to join our meter services team. This role blends customer interaction with real field work. You’ll work directly with homeowners, plumbers, and contractors to coordinate inspections, troubleshoot issues, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes.
It’s a great fit for someone coming from hospitality or service industries who loves working with people, but also enjoys figuring out how things work and getting their hands dirty. No two days look the same, and your work directly supports water quality, compliance, and the community we all live in.
If you take pride in doing things right, enjoy building relationships, and want a career that balances meaningful work with mountain life, you’ll fit right in with a team that values craftsmanship, accountability, and community service.
The Day to Day:
This role will be full of a variety of mechanical, technical, and administrative work. The following summarizes the main duties and responsibilities of this role.
Meter Services: Perform various technical and mechanical activities associated with installation, repair, and maintenance of the Districts’ advanced metering infrastructure (AMI). Install, test, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, read, and program residential and commercial water meters and AMI components (e.g., radio endpoints, register modules, wiring, data collectors, repeaters). Inspect new and existing meter assemblies and service connections for compliance and update the CIS system to ensure accurate customer and asset data.
Customer Service: Professionally interact with customers regarding meter readings, construction projects, delinquent accounts, and other inquiries. Conduct timely notifications to customers regarding water service status and perform service disconnections and reconnections in cases of non-payment. Operate customer-owned curb stops of various sizes and collect GPS location.
Administration: Maintains records of work performed by utilizing the Customer Information System (CIS) – Infinity and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) – Cityworks or other software programs.
Teamwork: Demonstrates a willingness to work independently and in a team environment with a strong work ethic, integrity, and positive attitude.
Safety: Follow district safety standards. Follows all District safety and security policies and wear personal protective equipment as required by the job duties
Qualifications & Competencies
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Colorado Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection certification preferred. Must be able to obtain Colorado Water Distribution System Operator I and Wastewater Collection System Operator I certifications within one year of employment.
American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE) 5110 - Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification required within one year of employment.
Residential and commercial plumbing experience is beneficial.
Mechanical aptitude and experience working with hand tools preferred.
Computer proficiency required, including basic Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license, or the ability to get one within 30 days of hire.
CPR/First Aid Certification required within the first six months of employment.
Schedule This role will be scheduled to work Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm, 8-hour shifts. This schedule may be subject to change based on operational needs.
Salary Range
We support employee growth through a structured career progression . The Utility Services Technician role includes four levels—Technician I, II, III, and Senior—each with increasing responsibility, certification requirements, and pay ranges based on experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Starting placement is based on qualifications and typically falls between the minimum and midpoint of the applicable range. Pay ranges are posted from the minimum to the maximum of pay range.
Utility Services Technician I: $27.74 – $38.83
Utility Services Technician II: $30.58 – $42.82
Utility Services Technician III: $32.11 – $44.96
Senior Utility Services Technician: $37.18 – $52.05
All applicants must apply online at www.erwsd.org . Contact erwsdjobs@erwsd.org for a full classification specification.
Benefits At Eagle River Water & Sanitation District, we are proud to invest in our team’s well-being, growth, and success through a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, safety, and financial security.
Generous Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA): Tax-advantaged options for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Wellness Incentives: Recreation benefit of up to $800 annually for participating in self-care activities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, legal, financial, and personal challenges
Gym Discounts & Pro-Deals: Access to local fitness centers and retail discounts
414(h) Retirement Plan: 5% employee contribution with up to 11.2% employer match
457(b) Retirement Plan: Optional pre-tax or Roth contributions
SmartDollar Financial Wellness Program: Tools and coaching to help you reach your financial goals
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $3,000 annually for job-related college coursework
Housing Assistance: Monthly housing stipend of $522, employee housing (pending availability), and down payment assistance programs
Loan Programs for Ski Passes, Electric Vehicles, and Computers
Life & AD&D Insurance: Employer-paid coverage up to 3x annual salary
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
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All District employees must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and submit to a pre-employment drug screen, extensive background check including an educational verification and reference check. For a full position description including work environment and physical demands, email erwsdjobs@erwsd.org. All applicants must apply online at www.erwsd.org by April 19. 2026.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.