Meter Reader - Hyattsville (Pool)

The Meter Reader is responsible for reading residential, commercial, and multi-dial water meters records meter readings, and reports problems as required.

Essential Functions

• Walks 6 to 10 miles per day

• Lifts heavy objects, up to 90 pounds, on a frequent basis

• Reads commercial maps to identify locations of businesses and residences

• Completes quarterly residential and commercial, rural, and difficult meter reading routes and records meter readings maintaining a high degree of accuracy and daily route completion

• Checks to see that meters are functioning properly and reports broken glass, lids, and other defects by use of a published two-digit code

• Reports leaks and malfunctions in connection with the meter

• Locates and reads covered or submerged meters

• Uses small equipment such as hand-held computer, hand-powered bilge pumps, gas powered pumps and blowers, and gas analyzers as necessary

• Hears and reports complaints of customers and refers difficult complaints to immediate supervisor

• Drives car, truck, or van, with responsibility for ensuring that it is in good condition and adequately equipped

• Utilizes simple electronic microprocessor for recording meter readings

• Ensures that microprocessor, small tools and safety equipment on vehicle are accounted for and in safe operating condition

• Responsible for the security and maintenance of the microprocessor while in the field

• Ensures compliance with all OSHA, MOSHA and WSSC safety procedures and documentation

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Must be capable of lifting heavy objects (up to 90 pounds) on a frequent basis, climb into vaults and read meters in confined spaces

• Work in an environment where there are routine risks of exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, and air pollution

• Must be capable of walking six to ten miles per day under all weather conditions; possess high degree of accuracy; and good customer relations skills

• Employees are required to work in inclement weather

• Physical and environmental requirements are outlined in the attached document

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to walk 6 to 10 miles per day

• Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 90 pounds, on a frequent basis

• Ability to read commercial maps

• Some knowledge of the geography and street locations of Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties

• Ability to write legibly and to accurately transfer meter reading numbers

• Ability to write basic reports

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions or directions

• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the general public

• Ability to perform meter reading duties under adverse traffic and weather conditions

• Ability to overcome physical obstacles preventing access to the meter

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent