Water Utility - Meter Reader Position

Washington Court House • Washington Court House, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Washington Court House, Ohio, is hiring a Water Utility Meter Reader. Under supervision, the position locates, reads, and records meters; provides meter-related information to billing clerks; checks for leaks, damage, or malfunctioning meters; uses electronic meter-reading equipment; and maintains service, job, and work-order records. The role may include basic meter repairs and other related duties as required or assigned.

Work is performed primarily outdoors and in City facilities, streets, rights-of-way, grounds, utility areas, cemetery areas, and other assigned locations. The job may involve adverse weather, moving traffic, construction or maintenance areas, uneven terrain, excavations, moving vehicles or equipment, and other hazards. The position requires frequent standing and walking, including for extended periods, and various other physical activities.

The starting wage is $20.00. Applications must be returned by 4:00 p.m. on November 6, 2026. Applicants must submit a photocopy of a high school diploma or equivalent and a copy of a valid driver's license.

Requirements

• High school education or GED; a photocopy of the diploma or equivalent must be submitted with the application.
• Valid Ohio driver's license; a copy must be submitted with the application.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral presentations.
• Ability to read figures and accurately record data into a computer.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, meter-reading procedures, meter maintenance and repair procedures, computers, department policies and procedures, and public relations.
• Ability to gain access to work sites; maintain working relationships with associates, supervisors, and the public; walk for extended periods in potentially adverse weather; work independently; communicate effectively; identify malfunctioning meters; accurately read and record data; follow basic instructions; recognize safety warnings; and interpret street signs.
• Ability to read, verbally communicate, and comprehend safety instructions and other communications.
• Skills with computers, small tools, and electronic meter-reading equipment.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities and work safely in the described conditions.

Responsibilities

• Locate, read, and accurately record meter readings.
• Respond to billing clerks’ requests for information about meter readings, locations, and condition.
• Check meters for leaks, damage, or malfunction.
• Provide miscellaneous charges for billings.
• Follow the City’s safety policies and procedures.
• Help billing clerks and respond to customer inquiries, referring inquiries to other city employees when needed.
• Perform basic-level meter repairs and report findings for more complicated repairs.
• Use the electronic meter reader and load and unload customer and location information.
• Maintain records of meters serviced, jobs completed, work orders, and other requested paperwork.
• Maintain a valid commercial driver's license of the appropriate class with required endorsements, as specified in the responsibilities.
• Interact with customers during meter readings or changes in water/sewer service.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays
• Overtime available
• Paid vacation
• Longevity pay

What This Job Offers

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