Meter Reader - Winter Springs, United States - City of Winter Springs

City of Winter Springs
City of Winter Springs
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Winter Springs, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Position Summary:

The Meter Reader is under the general supervision of the Billing and Meter Reading Supervisor (reports directly to a supervisor as assigned), reads between 200 and 500 water meters daily over a pre-determined route.

Ensures the accuracy of readings entered into a hand-held data entry terminal. Interacts with customers to gain access to their premises and answers questions as required. Performs minor water-meter maintenance tasks. Reports abnormal or suspicious meter conditions or usage patterns to Manager or Service Technician.


Pay Range:
$16.00 to $18.00 per hour


Essential Functions:


  • Walks along a predetermined route of varying length (on average 5 miles per day, with occasional routes of up to 8 miles). Requires driving to various locations.
  • Locates water meters on an assigned route and records water meter reading, both analog, digital and FM. Readings, on a handheld microcomputer.
  • Checks to see that the meters are functioning properly and reports broken glass, lids, and other meter defects.
  • Checks consistency of meter readings and reports unusual cases.
  • Cleans out flooded and buried meters.
  • Explains meter readings to citizens; answers questions of a general nature on meter readings.
  • Cleans meter areas and replaces broken and malfunctioning meter boxes and meter box lids.
  • Conducts rereads of meters as required.
  • Handles delivery and mail functions for the City.
  • Distributes doorhanging notices.
  • Cuts services on and off; tests for water leaks.
  • May assist with reading audits, and other light data entry related to recording meter replacements, work orders, and completes associated paperwork.
  • Regular inperson attendance, since facetoface interaction and coordination of work with other employees, outside colleagues, residents, or vendors, and all immediate access to documents or other information located only in the workplace is required.

Minimal Qualifications:


  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Some clerical or utilities experince preferred
  • Must possess a Valid Florida driver's license.

Pay:
$ $18.00 per hour


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Education:


  • High school or equivalent (required)

Experience:

- utilities: 1 year (required)


License/Certification:

  • Florida Drivers License (required)

Work Location:
In person
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