Utilities Assistant - Meter Services (Limited Term)*

City-of-Henderson,-Nv; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day, 38-hour workweek

Job summary

The City of Henderson seeks a Utilities Assistant - Meter Services (Limited Term) to support meter reading, AMR/AMI programs, and customer inquiries within the Department of Utility Services. This is a full-time, limited-term role through June 2028 as part of a citywide initiative.

The position involves field work at various locations, exposure to outdoor conditions, and a 4-day, 38-hour workweek schedule. External and internal candidates may be considered, with selection based on testing and

Qualifications

• Experience with reading meters and using meter data collection systems.
• Familiarity with AMR/AMI technology and field metering operations.
• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills.
• Ability to promote water conservation and explain usage to customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform general duties in meter reading and data collection.
• Respond to customer inquiries related to meter services and billing.
• Support AMR/AMI programs and data integrity for water/wastewater systems.
• Promote conservation awareness and proper meter usage.

Skills

Meter reading

AMR/AMI

Customer response

Conservation awareness

Job description

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Utilities Assistant - Meter Services (Limited Term) in the Department of Utility Services. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to six (6) months or up to one (1) year, depending on employment status.**

Under direct supervision, performs general duties in meter reading, Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)/Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), customer response, and conservation awareness relating to water and wastewater in the Department of Utility Services; performs related duties as assigned.

Limited-Term Position Information:

Due to the implementation of a new Citywide initiative, the City of Henderson developed the Utilities Assistant classification to assist with job duties and tasks related to the project.

Candidates selected to fill these positions will be classified as full-time employees as defined in the Teamsters contract. However, the Utilities Assistant (Meter Services) positions are limited-term positions and are only approved through June 2028 at which time the Utilities Assistants will be removed from the staff complement. Individuals holding these positions at the end of the approved period will have rights as outlined in the “reduction in force” language in the Teamsters contract.

NOTE TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES:

• Pursuant to the Teamsters collective bargaining agreement, full-time non-probationary employees successfully completing the assessment process will be placed on an eligibility list to be used to fill vacancies in this classification for up to six (6) months.
• Probationary full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and external candidates who successfully complete the testing process will be placed on separate list(s), which may be used to fill vacancies for up to one (1) year. If the vacancy is not filled by full-time non-probationary employees, the separate list(s) may be utilized.

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent may expect to work independently in the field at varying locations throughout the City of Henderson. Incumbent will be exposed to varying weather conditions and outdoor environments including excessive heat and cold and will be walking and working on slippery and uneven surfaces. Travel between locations will be necessary via City motor vehicle. Air conditioning and heat may not be available via all methods of travel.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORATION:

• External candidates, probationary full-time, part-time, and temporary City of Henderson employees will start at the first step of the salary range, if selected.
• Work-Life Balance
  • Four (4)-Day, 38-hour workweek (Monday-Thursday, 6:30 am - 4:30 pm, subject to change at City's discretion)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

• 1) Completed Employment Application

ASSESSMENT DATES:

Performance Examination (Weighted 100%) - Wednesday, October 28, 2026 & Thursday, October 29, 2026 (if necessary)

(Best-Qualified Candidates)

Selection Interview - Wednesday, November 4, 2026 & Thursday, November 5, 2026 (if necessary)

(Top-Scoring Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application. Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.