Meter Reader

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to maintain accurate meter records. This is accomplished by reading and maintaining meters and performing repairs on meters. Other duties may include providing customer service, installing and disconnecting meters and interfacing with other City employees and citizens.

Essential Job Functions

• Reads meters by operating handheld reading devices, exposing buried meters, accurately recording meter usage, manually closing meter lids and pumping water out of meters.
• Provides customer service by answering questions, rereading meters if needed, data entry, notifying customers of leaks and connecting and disconnecting meters.
• Maintains meters by picking-up and completing work orders, changing out broken meters, monitoring meters for damage, preparing reports, communicating meter problems to the appropriate departments and inspecting meters for water leaks.
• Installs and disconnects meters by locating the correct address and stop locations, establishing meter locations.

Education and Experience

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Under and including one year of relevant experience.

Special Requirements

• This position is classified as a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment.
• A valid Class C Drivers License is required.

Work Environment

Works involves exposure to disagreeable elements and extreme weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent lifting of heavy objects.

Empower Retirement Account

01 Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent? YesNo
02 Which best describes your level of experience? Less than 1 yearBetween 1 - 3 yearsOver 3 years
03 Do you possess a valid State of Texas Class C Drivers' license? YesNo
04 The City's driving standards state that you cannot have more than 3 traffic citations in the past 3 years. Have you received more than 3 citations in the past 3 years? YesNo
05 Are you a current City of Farmers Branch employee? YesNo

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