Meter Reader

City of Cocoa, FL • Cocoa, FL

27d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Field Services Supervisor, performs field clerical work accurately reading water meters and recording water consumption on established meter reading devices for proper billing. The Meter Reader follows designated routes and receives instructions from the supervisor.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the geographical area of the City of Cocoa and central Brevard County area.
• Ability to observe accurately and write legibly.
• Knowledge and ability to practice basic math skills.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability and skill to use appropriate tools, equipment and maps associated with water meter reading.
• Ability and skill to accurately read a minimum of 320 water meters per day, on average, on a walking route.
• Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with city officials and employees, the general public and representatives of other agencies toward the accomplishment of assigned projects.
• Ability to gain the trust and cooperation of others to effectively communicate concepts and ideas.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public and maintain composure in difficult and/or stressful situations.
• High school diploma or GED certificate with one (1) year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• For positions requiring the operation of City vehicles, must possess a valid current Florida driver's license, or be able to acquire one within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Reads water meters on an assigned route and records readings with the aid of handheld and/or laptop computer processors, makes special readings as required, checks to see that meters are functioning properly, and reports defective meters to his/her supervisor.
• Clears mud, debris, insects and other vegetation from the meter boxes for accessibility.
• Checks to determine consistency of meter readings, reports and records unusual circumstances and events to his/her supervisor, and prepares diagrams showing locations of meters in relation to newly built houses.
• Reads 320 water meters per day, on average, on a walking route.
• Operate and maintain small service vehicles.
• The majority of position duties are required to be performed on-site.
• Handles customer inquiries about meter reads in an efficient and professional manner.
• Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared or undeclared emergency.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Complimentary Health Clinic
• Retirement
• Discounts, Wellness Benefits, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees