Meter Reader

Qualifications :

Possess a valid FL driver's license with a clean driving record. Minimal computer operation skills. Familiar with the Villages community geography. Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and mobile phone applications. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities :

Responsibilities : The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment. Accurately read and record meter readings on an assigned route. Install or assist with meter and box installation. Inspects meters and connections for defect or damage. Repair Leaks and broken lines. Reports irregularities to Lead. Report meter locations that are hazardous or difficult to read or maintain to Lead so that condition can be remedied. Rechecks readings when there have been complaints of readings that appear to be inaccurate. Explains and interprets unusual readings to customer. Responds to customer inquiries and complaints and refers, when necessary, to other appropriate staff. Turns water meters on and off. Performs other related work as directed, such as painting, valve turning, water line flushing, water sample collection. Adheres to district safety practices and procedures. Documents safety hazards such as broken lids, raised or lowered boxes, damaged, scratched, fogged, or broken lenses, and removed meter heads. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions / Physical Requirements : Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs. Some areas can have air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens, and various chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact. The essential duties of this classification are performed both outdoors under various climatic and geographic conditions and in a controlled-temperature office environment requiring the ability to : use telephone, mobile radio, and computer keyboard; use feet and hands to safely and effectively operate a vehicle; repeatedly get in and out of a vehicle or golf cart; climb, kneel, bend, crouch, and / or crawl to read meters; stand and walk for extended periods of time; clearly see to read meters, identify figures and detect different colors on meter dials and door hangers; hear and communicate verbally with co-workers and customers; maintain body equilibrium while walking standing or crouching on narrow and slippery surfaces or up and down hills; extend hands and arms in any direction; push with upper extremities to exert steady force to thrust objects forward, downward or outward; use upper extremities to exert force to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in sustained motion; use finger dexterity to record meter readings; grasp objects with fingers and palm of hand; sense attributes of objects by touching with skin and particularly fingertips; frequently lift and maneuver meter covers weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to fifty-five pounds.

Comments / Special Instructions

Please specify to your clients, that this position is 100% outdoors. They will do a lot of walking and driving in a golf cart to read meters. We're looking for people who have a stellar attendance record, reliable, willing to work to get the job done and ready to build a career with us long term. Your assistance in sourcing the right candidates, is greatly appreciated.