Water Meter Field Technician | Read, Test & Install

City of Altamonte Springs; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Veterans benefits

Job summary

City of Altamonte Springs seeks a Meter Reader to accurately read water meters and record data using handheld devices. The role involves physical work outdoors and responding to emergencies as needed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and is willing to undergo fingerprint-based background screening. Prior meter-reading experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver license required; Florida license to be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Read water meter registers daily and record data on handheld unit.
• Clean mud and debris from meter boxes and locate buried meters.
• Deliver delinquent and shut-off notices to residents and businesses.
• Drive to and from City work sites.
• Remove and install water meters, turning them on and off as necessary.
• Identify possible cross connections.
• Conduct flow tests on water meters as needed.
• Be available for emergency call-outs and perform additional duties as assigned.
• In emergencies, all employees may be required to perform duties outside their normal job description.
• Complete required trainings as specified in the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

Skills

Meter reading

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Altamonte Springs seeks a Meter Reader to accurately read water meters and record data using handheld devices. The role involves physical work outdoors and responding to emergencies as needed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and is willing to undergo fingerprint-based background screening. Prior meter-reading experience is a plus.