Entry-Level Field Meter Technician

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Garland is seeking an entry-level Meter Reader to record electric and water readings daily, travel routes by vehicle, and maintain accurate data for utility operations.

This onsite role runs Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, with on-the-job training. A high school diploma or GED and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license are required; prior utility experience is not necessary, but helpful.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• On-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Record electric and water meters readings daily using available tools.
• Operate vehicles to travel to and from assigned routes.
• Maintain accurate records of readings and data collected.
• Operate computers for drive by meter data collection.
• Communicate repairs or service issues to dispatchers as needed.
• Assist with installation/repair of radio meters.
• Assist with field service orders.
• May train new hires on meter reading and equipment usage.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Meter reading software

Handheld devices

Job description

City of Garland is seeking an entry-level Meter Reader to record electric and water readings daily, travel routes by vehicle, and maintain accurate data for utility operations.

This onsite role runs Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, with on-the-job training. A high school diploma or GED and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license are required; prior utility experience is not necessary, but helpful.