Meter Reader - Part Time

City of Grand Island, NE • Grand Island, NE

63d • Onsite

About The Position

Read electric and water meters and record consumption; and identify meter equipment problems.Follow assigned routes on foot or in vehicle to read meters and record readings including re-reads, transfers of service readings and final readings; make necessary calculations. May deliver delinquent account notification to customers during assigned routes. Maintain consistency of meter readings; ensure that meters are registering properly; report meter conditions, defects or suspicious observations to supervisor and record; inspect meters and meter connections for defects, damage and unauthorized connections; report problems to supervisor. Read meters for transfers of utility service, which may include turning service on or off if not handled directly by Line Department. Perform readings of unread and problematic meters. Install locks and reset meters. Ensure accurate meter operation by closing or replacing lids and boxes. Tactfully respond to citizen inquiries and complaints. Must have reliable transportation. Maintain City meter reading vehicles and equipment; ensure that vehicles and equipment are functioning properly. Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Regular attendance that is punctual and dependable is required. Perform related duties as assigned.Knowledge of: Principles and procedures of record keeping. Methods, techniques, tools, equipment and materials used in the reading of meters. Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, ordinances and regulations. Safe work and driving practices. Basic arithmetic principles.

Requirements

• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to walk several miles per day in all weather conditions, at a pace that ensures daily assignments are accurately completed.
• Provide reliable transportation that may need to be used while working.
• Learn meter equipment and their respective functions.
• Learn methods, techniques, tools, equipment, and materials used in the installation of meters.
• Learn geography of assigned areas.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Identify minor meter box irregularities, malfunctions and tampering and recommend corrective action.
• Shut certain electric meters on and off not handled directly by line department.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Deal tactfully with the public.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
• Perform assigned duties with manual dexterity and significant independence in adverse weather conditions and under a variety of hazards including vicious pets and hot wires.
• Operate a vehicle in a safe manner.
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Basic knowledge of computers and skills using email.
• Employee must possess a valid driver's license and maintain insurability as determined by the City's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Read electric and water meters and record consumption
• Identify meter equipment problems
• Follow assigned routes to read meters and record readings
• Deliver delinquent account notification to customers
• Maintain consistency of meter readings
• Report meter conditions, defects or suspicious observations to supervisor
• Inspect meters and meter connections for defects, damage and unauthorized connections
• Read meters for transfers of utility service, which may include turning service on or off
• Perform readings of unread and problematic meters
• Install locks and reset meters
• Ensure accurate meter operation by closing or replacing lids and boxes
• Tactfully respond to citizen inquiries and complaints
• Maintain City meter reading vehicles and equipment
• Display honest, trustworthy, and ethical behavior when dealing with internal and external customers
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Perform related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED