Meter Reader

Inframark • Katy, TX

1d

About The Position

The Meter Reader reads residential and commercial water meters, performs rereads, and delivers red tags. The role supports billing and water-service operations by reporting meter and facility issues and performing other contract-related activities. The position involves outdoor work in all weather conditions and requires meeting a minimum reading rate of 100 connections per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the internet.
• Ability to use basic office equipment and phone systems.
• Ability to work with numbers and perform calculations.
• Basic map-reading ability and familiarity with GPS.
• Ability to read meters.
• Working knowledge of billing and payment processing.
• Clear and professional communication; contributes to a positive customer experience and works as a team member.
• Maintains composure in challenging situations.
• Pays attention to detail, identifies and solves problems, escalates issues appropriately, checks work quality, and demonstrates awareness.
• Works well with supervision, completes projects, follows company policies and standard operating procedures, manages multiple tasks, and practices time management.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, acts in accordance with company vision, mission, and values, takes accountability, and is willing to take on additional assignments.
• Frequently lifts 20–40 pounds and loads, unloads, and moves large equipment and tools, including shovels and hand pumps.
• Can access confined spaces and continuously walk, climb stairs, and walk through ditches and wooded areas.
• Can meet the minimum meter-reading rate of 100 connections per hour.
• Can work in all weather conditions.
• Must successfully complete background screening, drug testing, and driving-record review where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Accurately read and record commercial and residential water meters for billing purposes.
• Check for and report inoperable meters, damaged or missing meter boxes, and missing lids.
• Report leaks, sinkholes, and damage to district facilities.
• Perform meter rereads and other contract-related activities, such as connecting or disconnecting water service and providing door-tag notifications.
• Keep assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment clean.
• Follow safety policies and procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment and reporting safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Wellness plan

What This Job Offers

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