Field Meter Reader & Technician (Outdoor)

Regional Government Services; National City (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Marina Coast Water District seeks a Meter Reader to read meters, record consumption, and perform maintenance and minor repairs as needed. The role involves outdoor fieldwork and some office tasks, requiring attention to detail and strong customer service.

Training will cover meter maintenance and backflow device procedures as applicable. The ideal candidate is reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently or in a team, with the physical ability for outdoor work and irregular hours as

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience required; meter reading experience desirable.
• Valid California class C driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to read and record numbers accurately and quickly.
• Familiarity with using basic office and field electronics/tools.

Responsibilities

• Read water meters and record consumption.
• Clean, inspect, and repair water meters as needed.
• Identify irregularities in meter equipment and related plumbing.
• Provide a variety of customer service functions in the field and office.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Accountability

Adaptability/Flexibility

Communication

Customer Service

Initiative

Problem Solving

Reliability

Safety

Time Management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Marina Coast Water District seeks a Meter Reader to read meters, record consumption, and perform maintenance and minor repairs as needed. The role involves outdoor fieldwork and some office tasks, requiring attention to detail and strong customer service.

Training will cover meter maintenance and backflow device procedures as applicable. The ideal candidate is reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently or in a team, with the physical ability for outdoor work and irregular hours as