Meter Reader

Under the direction of the Water/Wastewater Superintendent, the Meter Reader will be responsible for the following duties:
- Reads and records readings of residential and commercial water and electric meters on an assigned route; utilizes a handheld computer to capture utility usage data.-
- Checks meters to ensure authorized seals and serial numbers are attached.-
- Inspects meters for signs of tampering, vandalism, and theft of utility services.-
- Clears overgrown vegetation, obstacles, and hazards from meters; reports meters blocked by- structures such as porches or decks to the supervisor.- Responds to customer complaints; resolves problems or notifies supervisor.-
- Reread meters as necessary to get accurate data or to identify problems such as water leaks.-
- Assists with cleaning and maintaining department vehicles.-
- May assist office personnel by answering phone calls or taking payments as needed.-
- Performs other related duties as assigned.-
- A valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas.-
- Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.-
- Knowledge of the location of city streets and meters.-
- Skill in the use of various meter-reading equipment and hand tools.-
- Skill in operating a motor vehicle.-
- Skill in oral and written communication.