Meter Reader 2

City of Kent, Washington • Centennial, CO

11d • $5,596 - $6,799 • Onsite

About The Position

Meter Reader 2 performs semi-skilled maintenance and technical work to accurately read water meters, maintain meter records, investigate unusual water usage, and replace defective meters. The position also performs clerical work to collect meter data and maintain records and reports, operates specialized hand, power, office, and automotive equipment, and is responsible for the safe use of tools and equipment and the safety of people nearby.

The position works under continuing supervision. Recurring assignments are carried out independently, while deviations from procedures and new, difficult, or unusual assignments are referred to a supervisor. Work is reviewed for technical accuracy and compliance with instructions and procedures. The position is full-time, benefited, and represented by the Teamsters union. The salary range is $5,596 to $6,799 per month, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One year of meter reading and repair experience at a level equivalent to Meter Reader 1.
• Valid Washington State driver's license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Successful completion of the City's Defensive Driving Course within six months of employment.
• Valid First Aid/CPR card, or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.
• Successfully pass the City's pre-employment driving-record check and maintain an excellent driving record.
• Successfully pass a position-specific background inquiry.
• Ability to accurately read and record meter readings using handheld devices.
• Knowledge of meter sizes, types, and functions; safe use of water-meter reading and maintenance tools; utility billing; municipal policies and applicable laws and regulations; office practices and equipment; recordkeeping; and English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary relevant to the job.
• Ability to learn City geography and street mapping; safely operate a motor vehicle; deal effectively with aggressive dogs and other animals; build effective working relationships; use office equipment and software; organize work and meet schedules with minimal supervision; assist diverse customers; interpret and explain relevant regulations and procedures; read and understand simple instructions and correspondence; perform basic arithmetic; and apply common sense to standardized situations involving several variables.
• Physical ability to regularly stand, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear; occasionally sit, climb, balance, and type; frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds; and meet the stated vision requirements.

Responsibilities

• Read residential, commercial, and industrial water meters on assigned routes and record readings using handheld devices.
• Locate water meters hidden under water, construction materials, or debris.
• Transfer meter readings to a PC-based system for utility billing.
• Check for leaks, misreadings, and non-functioning meters; replace meters from 5/8 inch to 1 inch; activate and repair radio-read meters; and replace broken meter box lids.
• Notify customers of possible service leaks, perform emergency shutoffs, and provide delinquency notifications and service shutoffs.
• Provide customer service to the public and City customers in person, by telephone, and in writing.
• Clear debris, brush, grass, rocks, and dirt from City rights-of-way and meter boxes as needed.
• Perform meter audits.
• Prepare records and reports concerning vehicle operation and maintenance.
• Safely drive a City vehicle to meter routes.
• Support the department’s and City’s vision, mission, values, and goals.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The position is described as benefited; specific benefits are referenced through the City of Kent Employee Benefits listing and Teamsters contract, but are not detailed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED