Meter Reader

City of Pharr; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 24,480 - 29,920; Full time

Job summary

City of Pharr is seeking a Full-Time Meter Reader to join our municipal team onsite. You will read residential and commercial water meters, record usage, and assist with minor maintenance to keep water services reliable for residents.

Candidates should understand meter operation, be comfortable using handheld and radio reading gear, know Pharr geography for routing, and uphold safety and customer-service standards.

Qualifications

• Basic math and data recording skills.
• Ability to read and interpret water meter data accurately.
• Familiarity with handheld and radio meter reading equipment.
• Attention to route planning and geography of Pharr.

Responsibilities

• Read residential and commercial water meters and record consumption data.
• Identify potential equipment issues and perform minor maintenance.
• Maintain accurate route management and data entry.
• Follow safety guidelines and provide customer-focused service.
• Support city water operations to ensure reliable service.

Job description

Overview

Join the City of Pharr as a Full-Time Meter Reader and become an essential part of our dedicated team. This onsite position offers the opportunity to engage with the community directly while ensuring accurate and efficient readings for our services. With a starting pay of $27,200.00, you will contribute to our mission of customer-centricity and innovation. You will thrive in a dynamic, energetic work environment that values problem-solving and forward thinking.

As you navigate the streets of Pharr, TX, you\'ll enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a difference in local residents\' lives. Your role is pivotal in maintaining the city\’s operations and enhancing customer satisfaction.

What’s your day like?

As a Meter Reader for the City of Pharr, you will engage in a vital role that involves a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks, primarily focusing on reading both residential and commercial water meters. Your responsibilities will include accurately recording consumption data and identifying any potential equipment issues. In addition to meter reading, you will be tasked with performing minor maintenance on water meter equipment, ensuring operational efficiency.

This position requires a keen attention to detail and a commitment to customer-centric service, as you will play a key part in maintaining the city\’s water systems and supporting community needs. Your efforts will contribute to a reliable and innovative municipal service that enhances the quality of life for residents in Pharr, TX.

What you need to be successful

To excel as a Meter Reader for the City of Pharr, candidates must possess a blend of technical knowledge and practical skills. A solid understanding of the operation and appropriate usage of various types of water meters is essential, as this role requires accurate readings and troubleshooting. Familiarity with hand-held and radio meter reading equipment will enhance efficiency in data collection.

Additionally, a good grasp of the geography of Pharr and the precise locations of meters is critical for effective route management. Proficiency in basic mathematics will aid in the accurate recording of water consumption. Moreover, candidates must demonstrate safe driving principles and practices, as this role involves traveling throughout the city.

These skills will ensure a successful and impactful contribution to the community through reliable water service management.

Get started with our team!

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we\'d love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.