Field Meter Reader — Water Utility Technician

California Water Service Group; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

California Water Service Group invites you to pursue a career as a Meter Reader in Rio Communities, NM. You will read water meters, record usage, and assist customers with billing and service questions in all weather.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year in a water facility, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a valid NM driver license. You must be available for on-call evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in a water facility
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Willingness to be on-call evenings, weekends and holidays
• Residence within 60 minutes of the NMWSC office or assigned service area
• Valid New Mexico Driver License

Responsibilities

• Reads water meters in an assigned area using a handheld device, in varied neighborhoods and terrains, and in all weather conditions
• Records meter readings, compares current readings with prior readings and reports unusual conditions
• Inspects water services and plumbing for tampering or cross connections; checks for inoperative meters and reports changes
• Completes forms and informs customers of impending disconnections or work taking place
• Communicates with customers regarding meter reading, billing, or consumption; directs to proper contact for more information
• Repairs and/or replaces damaged meters and maintains meter boxes and surrounding areas
• Disconnects for non-payment and reconnects as part of collection procedures and rereads
• Supports Continuous Improvement programs and processes
• Performs work on-site at assigned office location

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

California Water Service Group invites you to pursue a career as a Meter Reader in Rio Communities, NM. You will read water meters, record usage, and assist customers with billing and service questions in all weather.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1 year in a water facility, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and a valid NM driver license. You must be available for on-call evenings, weekends, and holidays.