Meter Reader

Jacobs Solutions Inc. • Pembroke Pines, FL

28d • Onsite

About The Position

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you'll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people. As a Meter Reader, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted. Based in Pembroke Pines, FL, you'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the reading and maintenance of water meters. You'll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to complex challenges that may arise in municipal facilities. You'll read meters and record readings on an assigned route; ensure meters are functioning properly; report defective meters and meter skip; and interpret and explain readings to customers. You'll also repair leaks and broken lines; turn meters on and off, install or assist with installation of meters and boxes; and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you'll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team.

Requirements

• A valid driver's license with no major infractions
• Basic knowledge of plumbing and water meter installation and repair

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the local geography of streets within the city
• Ability to write legibly
• Able to make routine mathematical calculations rapidly and accurately
• Able to deal tactfully and courteously with the public
• Safe work practices

Responsibilities

• read meters and record readings on an assigned route
• ensure meters are functioning properly
• report defective meters and meter skip
• interpret and explain readings to customers
• repair leaks and broken lines
• turn meters on and off
• install or assist with installation of meters and boxes
• perform other duties as required
• take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team

Benefits

• health and welfare benefits
• medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year)
• seven paid holidays
• one floating holiday
• caregiver leave
• ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees