Meter Reader
Summary
Title: | Meter Reader |
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ID: | 5965 |
Department: | Information Technology |
Description
METER READER
IT Department
Salary Range: $26,760.03 - $44,155.28
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs intermediate clerical work reading water and electric meters; does related work as required.
Work is performed under regular supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of the methods and procedures involved in the reading of meters; general knowledge of the geography and street locations of the City; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; ability to deal tactfully with customers; ability to work all day under varying climatic conditions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid N.C. driver’s license.
This position is “non-exempt” and is eligible for overtime pay.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
IT Department
Salary Range: $26,760.03 - $44,155.28
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs intermediate clerical work reading water and electric meters; does related work as required.
Work is performed under regular supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Reads water and electric meters on an assigned route, and records reading;
- Performs special readings and detects leaks;
- Assists with cut-offs as needed;
- Prepares diagrams showing location of new services;
- Checks to see that meters and visible connections are correctly installed and functioning properly and reports defects or tampering to superior for further action;
- Re-checks certain readings when requested to assure correct readings;
- Fills out work orders on damaged meters and malfunctioning meters;
- Folds leaf bags;
- Takes bills to Post Office
- Get read-and-leave-on tickets;
- Move boxes, furniture or other items to warehouse or storage as needed;
- Clear building sidewalks and doorways during inclement weather;
- Other related duties.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of the methods and procedures involved in the reading of meters; general knowledge of the geography and street locations of the City; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; ability to deal tactfully with customers; ability to work all day under varying climatic conditions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid N.C. driver’s license.
This position is “non-exempt” and is eligible for overtime pay.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications