Water Meter Reader III

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 73,773,000 - 97,223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental/1

Retirement contributions toward a 401k

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000

Discounted pet insurance and legal ser

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation’s Public Utilities Department is seeking a Water Meter Reader III to read residential and commercial meters on assigned routes. You will record readings on a laptop, transfer data to the PUBS system, and interact with customers professionally.

This full-time field position requires driving city vehicles, addressing hazards, and reporting irregularities. Salary is $25.76–$33.93 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year of experience reading residential water meters or six months as a Water Meter Reader II.
• Possession of valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
• Ability to locate water meters using property descriptions or maps; read water meters and apply simple calculations when necessary.
• Familiarity with and ability to read commercial meter routes.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions and read meters according to schedule.
• Ability to relate well with the public, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to operate handheld reading device and laptop computer.

Responsibilities

• Obtains from supervisor route assignment for current day. Performs data transfer of routes, to and from laptop and PUBS database. Reads residential, commercial, and business meters, and those which required exposure to potentially hazardous circumstances.
• Drives City vehicle to meter location; sets up traffic cones if meter is in street, contacts property owners, and enters business establishments. Complies with OSHA safety standards when entering vaults and other confined spaces as necessary for access to read meters. Reports o to dispatch unsafe conditions, such as loose lids in parking strip or street.
• Removes snow, debris, or other materials to gain meter box access. Pumps out meter boxes if they are flooded. Contact property owner when necessary for access.
• Makes investigations or corrections regarding high or low readings. Diagnoses non reading electronic meters to determine type of repair needed and submits repair requests. Suggests improvements or changes in routes to increase efficiency.
• Trains or assists in the training of Water Meter Reader I or II.
• Answers questions from residents, shop, and business owners about meter readings.
• Performs all the duties of Water Meter Reader II.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Meter reading

Customer service

Driver's license

Data entry

Tools

Handheld device

Laptop

Job description

Position Title:

Water Meter Reader III

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Job Description:

Salt Lake City - Public Utilities Department is looking for skilled individuals to join our team. Qualified individuals are expected to read small and large compound water meters on prescribed residential and commercial routes. This is field work requiring exposure to driving and occupational hazards then make accurate recordings of those readings using a laptop computer to record and operate VXU data collection. Incumbents are expected to report irregularities found in the field; and interact with customers tactfully and courteously by answering their inquiries and complaints regarding services. Selected candidate(s) report to the Metering Technologies Supervisor.

Position Salary Range:

• $25.76 - $33.93

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtains from supervisor route assignment for current day. Performs data transfer of routes, to and from laptop and PUBS database. Reads residential, commercial, and business meters, and those which required exposure to potentially hazardous circumstances.
• Drives City vehicle to meter location; sets up traffic cones if meter is in street, contacts property owners, and enters business establishments. Complies with OSHA safety standards when entering vaults and other confined spaces as necessary for access to read meters. Reports o to dispatch unsafe conditions, such as loose lids in parking strip or street.
• Removes snow, debris, or other materials to gain meter box access. Pumps out meter boxes if they are flooded. Contact property owner when necessary for access.
• Makes investigations or corrections regarding high or low readings. Diagnoses non reading electronic meters to determine type of repair needed and submits repair requests. Suggests improvements or changes in routes to increase efficiency.
• Trains or assists in the training of Water Meter Reader I or II.
• Answers questions from residents, shop, and business owners about meter readings.
• Performs all the duties of Water Meter Reader II.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience reading residential water meters or six months as a Water Meter Reader II.
• Possession of valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
• Ability to locate water meters using property descriptions or maps; read water meters and apply simple calculations when necessary.
• Familiarity with and ability to read commercial meter routes.
• Ability to work outdoors under varying weather conditions and read meters according to schedule.
• Ability to relate well with the public, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Ability to operate handheld reading device and laptop computer.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderately heavy physical activity. May push, pull, or lift medium-heavy weights. Difficult working conditions at times. Moderate exposure to disagreeable elements such as heat, cold, dampness, fumes, barking dogs and other noise, dog attacks, dirt and grease, automobile traffic, brush and thistles, and heights, both above and below ground.
• Intermittent exposure to stress because of human behavior and automobile traffic.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$25.76 - $33.93

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA (with $1,000 - $2,000 City contribution)
• Wellness clinic for employees & families
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

• 12 vacation days to start
• 12 paid holidays 1 personal holiday
• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually
• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.