Meter Reader
About The Position
California Water Service Group is hiring a Meter Reader based in Los Altos, California. The Meter Reader obtains water meter readings for commercial and residential customers along an assigned route, helps assign new meters to routes and reroute meters as needed, assesses meters for defects, and reports tampering and potential cross-connection situations. The role also includes investigating customer concerns, responding to water-system issues, collecting water samples, checking fire services, and performing limited main flushing. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid California Class C driver’s license, and insurability under the Company’s policy. A California State Water Distribution Operator II certification must be obtained within 11 months of hire. The listed salary steps vary according to certification status and length of service.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid California Class C driver’s license and ability to be insured under the Company’s policy.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor, coworkers, and the public.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and calculate figures.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, and to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Working knowledge of basic word-processing and email programs, such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook.
- Ability to work with supervision and respond appropriately to feedback, evaluation, coaching, counseling, and discipline.
- Understanding of water quality specifications, including chlorine content, pH, water temperature, and other essential water quality parameters, as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) rules and regulations.
- Obtain California State Water Distribution Operator II certification within 11 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Obtain water meter readings for commercial and residential customers on an assigned route.
- Assist with assigning new meters to routes and rerouting meters as necessary.
- Assess meters for defects and report tampering or potential cross-connection situations.
- Investigate customer inquiries regarding high bills and water quality issues.
- Diagnose high- or low-pressure concerns and notify appropriate personnel when repairs or further diagnostics are needed.
- Take corrective action based on findings.
- Collect water samples throughout the distribution system as needed.
- Verify the status of existing fire services and read detector meters.
- Flush mains to a minor extent.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
