Meter Reader

City of Mishawaka; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Mishawaka is seeking a Meter Reader for the Electric and Water Divisions. This full-time role reads meters at residences and businesses, records readings, and reports meter issues. You will work weekdays 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a $26.44 hourly wage.

Candidates must be able to walk long distances, lift up to 75 pounds, and pass physical and drug screening. Independent judgment is required to resolve meter number problems and data discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass meter reading tests for standard meters.
• Must pass meter reading tests for demand meters.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Must adhere to Utilities drug and alcohol free policy.

Responsibilities

• Read meters for Water and Electric Divisions, including pit and curb meters and remotes.
• Record readings and inspect meters; report defective meters and broken seals.
• Use hand-held computer and other equipment to collect data and resolve issues.
• Work alone to read meters and perform related tasks in various weather conditions.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION: METER READER
DEPARTMENT: ELECTRIC
WORK SCHEDULE: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., M-F
SALARY: $26.44 per hour
JOB CATEGORY: LTC (Labor, Trades, Crafts)

DEFINITION

Read all meters for Water and Electric Divisions, including all pit and curb installed meters, remotes and automatically read meters. Reports to and accepts assignments from Meter Reader Supervisor. Must use independent judgement when in the field to solve problems associated with changed meters, incorrect meter numbers, address corrections, incorrect account numbers and hand held computer malfunctions.

EQUIPMENT USED

Must have sufficient knowledge and dexterity to operate:

1. Computer device for reading meters
2. Touch read devices for automatic meter reading
3. Curb key
4. "J" hook to lift meter pit lids
5. Screwdrivers
6. Pliers
7. Flashlights
8. Motor operated pumps for de-watering pits

JOB LOCATION

Meter reading is performed at customer residences, businesses, curb meters and curb pits.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to walk long distances, bend, crouch, crawl, and lift a minimum of 75 pounds without assistance. Must be able to negotiate uneven terrain, climb stars both up and down, steep embankments, fences, gates, ladders, and kneel to open curb meters. Must wear approved safety shoes or boots.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Must be able to supervise the performance of meter reading functions in the following weather conditions: rain, snow, sleet, very cold, very hot, very humid, and windy days. Must be able to walk on wet grass, wet leaves, heavy dew, and frost covered ground. Must be able to work around all types of animals and insects, such as: dogs, cats, livestock, bees, wasps, hornets, ticks, and fleas. Must be able to work outside during high pollen and mold spore counts. Must be able to read meters blocked by obstacles such as: trees, bushes, furnaces, water heaters, false walls, closets, cabinets, on roofs of buildings, on poles and basements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Work alone to read electric and water meters, record readings, inspect meters, make calculations, report defective meters and broken seals, report meter malfunctions, and report illegal connections.

ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

During inclement weather, do general cleaning and housekeeping work at Mishawaka Utilities Business Office and Electric Division.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must pass meter reading tests for standard meters
• Must pass meter reading tests for demand meters
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must adhere to Utilities drug and alcohol free policy.