Entry-Level Meter Reader Trainee: Start Your Field Career

Central Alabama Water CAW; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Alabama Water CAW in Birmingham, AL is hiring a Meter Reader I Trainee. You will read residential, commercial, and industrial water meters, verify consumption on the first visit, and manage reread orders to support accurate billing.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license; six months of general work experience (meter reading experience preferred). This full‑time, on‑site role involves fieldwork, safety adherence, and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Six (6) months of general work experience; meter reading experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read residential, commercial, and industrial water meters on a handheld device.
• Check meters for unauthorized usage or damages and report irregularities.
• Work reread service orders when assigned and respond to high-bill inquiries.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of meters and work areas; drive company vehicles safely.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Central Alabama Water CAW in Birmingham, AL is hiring a Meter Reader I Trainee. You will read residential, commercial, and industrial water meters, verify consumption on the first visit, and manage reread orders to support accurate billing.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license; six months of general work experience (meter reading experience preferred). This full‑time, on‑site role involves fieldwork, safety adherence, and occasionally lifting up to 100 pounds.