Meter Reader

JOB TITLE: METER READER DEPARTMENT: BUSINESS DEPARTMENT REPORTS TO: BILLING CLERK FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SUMMARY:

This position(s) is responsible for the daily application of established ERHWSC policies and practices regarding the reading of water meters and the accurate reporting of water use.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (include the following)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma, GED or vocational school, preferably including some course work in mathematics; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Some knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is a plus.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Some knowledge of the functions and servicing requirement of mechanical equipment and machinery. May be required to learn the processes involved in the purification of water, including some chemical tests. Ability to inspect machinery and mechanical equipment in operation and to detect flaws and defects. Ability to read meters and charts accurately and to maintain records of afterhours operations. Continuous work on improving own knowledge and skills is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

A valid Driver’s License is required and must be insurable by Corporation’s insurance underwriter.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to climb up and down stairs while carrying loads of up to 50 lbs. Ability to open and close valves of various sizes manually by turning difficult-to-operate valves. Ability to work under extreme weather conditions including wet weather and hot and cold ambient temperatures. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of walking while checking equipment and taking required readings. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting 50 to 100 lbs. Meter Readers must arrive for each assigned shift clean shaven in order to be able to safely and properly utilize an SCBA/CBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus / Contained Breathing Apparatus). Beards will not be permitted as they interfere with use of an SCBA/CBA.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

ERHWSC requires that all employees possess or have the aptitude, desire and ability to be professional, courteous and competent in all their interactions with the public, customers and fellow employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

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Work Location: On the road