Job Description

Temporary Meter Reader

We are seeking a temporary meter reader for a local municipal water department. Will be asked to record and report water meter readings, assist customers by answering questions and resolving complaints, perform routine inspections, and turn water meters on and off.

Hours of work: Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Rate: $20.00/hourly

Duties:

• Reads 12000+ water accounts (either with a hand-held device or manually) and records readings electronically
• Performs meter box maintenance including meter box clean out and proper care of meter touchpads
• Performs water meter turn on services, including verification of meter number, opening of curb stop valve, reading the meter, and verifying whether there are any leaks or running water in the home
• Performs water meter turn off services, including verification of meter number, closing of curb stop valve, reading the meter, and providing notification via door hangers to customers
• Performs water meter re-checks, including verification of meter number, reading the meter, and recording reads
• Inputs and retrieves information through operation of computerized meter reading device
• Observes, investigates, and reports unusually low or high readings; re-reads meters; and examines meters for signs of tampering
• Listens and responds to customer concerns in the field, including answering questions and taking appropriate corrective action if needed
• Reports backflow, code compliance or other violations
• Performs annual field audits to verify meters for billing accuracy
• Serves as a call out team member once a month and provides after hours turn on services for our residents
• Performs other duties as assigned and/or required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Preferred: One (1) years' experience reading meters, preferably with a governmental or non-profit agency
• Must have a State of Florida Class E driver's license.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

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