What Does a Water Meter Installer Do?

Water Meter Installers are responsible for installing, testing, repairing and maintaining residential water meters. Industrial water meters may only be installed by a certified plumber. The difference between these two types of water meters is that a residential water meter has an intake and outlet pipe smaller than 25mm whereas anything higher is usually in an industrial setting.

NOTE: This is a short-term certification program for a restricted skill set. 

Job -Related Skills, Interests and Values

  • following safety protocol
  • planning and preparing the site location
  • installing and inspecting water meters
  • soldering pipes
  • connecting water meters
  • servicing water meter components including troubleshooting and field/shop testing the components
  • identifying various types of pipes and fittings
  • communicating effectively with co-workers, supervisors and customers

What Preparation and Training Do You Need?

Grade 12 is required to apprentice in this trade. A Water Meter Installer is quite a short apprenticeship, lasting only 235 hours (4-6 weeks), which includes 25 hours of in-class instruction.

What’s Your Future as a Water Meter Installer?

Water Meter Installers work outdoors in various types of weather or inside.

Employers who hire Water Meter Installers include:

  • Municipal water utility companies
  • Utilities contractors

Wage Rate

Fully qualified Water Meter Installers earn an average of $14-$17 per hour, not including overtime and benefits.

Self-Rating

 

 Ask Yourself: Is Working as a Water Meter Installer For You?

Do you enjoy working indoors or outdoors in various weather conditions?

Yes      No

Do you have good hand-eye coordination?

Yes      No

Do you enjoy working with your hands?

Yes      No

Can you read and interpret blueprints and schematics?

Yes      No

Do you have good customer service skills and enjoy working with people?

Yes      No

Do you mind working in confined spaces?

Yes      No

Can you work well independently?

Yes      No

If you answered Yes to most of these questions, a career as a Water Meter Installer may be for You!

You may also want to explore other careers that require similar interests and skills, such as:

  • Facilities Maintenance Mechanic
  • Plumber
  • Pump Systems Installer
  • Sprinkler and Fire Protection Installer
  • Steamfitter
  • Gas Fitter

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