Meter Reader Jobs

California Water Service : The Meter Reader (MR) obtains water meter reads for all commercial and residential customers at a designated location based upon a route; assists with assigning new meters to routes and reroutes as necessary; assess meters for defects; reports tampering and potential cross connection situations. This position is located in Los Altos, CA (Northern CA). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Verify status of existing fire services and read detector meter
• Diagnose high/low pressure concerns; notify appropriate personnel when needed for repairs or further diagnostics; dirty water, hi/low pressure, no water, taste and odor, air
• Investigate customer inquiries regarding high bills and water quality issues
• A MR must have a working knowledge of basic features of word processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Word) and electronic mail processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Outlook)
• Flush mains to a minor extent
• Collect water samples throughout the distribution system as needed
• A Meter Reader must be able to work with supervision and respond appropriately to feedback, evaluation, coaching, counseling, and/or discipline
• A MR must be able to effectively communicate with their supervisor, co-workers, and the public;
• Understand cross connections Other Duties and Responsibilities:
• Have the ability to perform basic mathematic functions to calculate figures; have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Take corrective action based on findings
• Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• The job entails an understanding and knowledge of water quality specifications for chlorine content, pH, water temperature, other essential water quality parameters, as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) rules and regulations
• Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid California Class C Driver's license, and be insurable under the Company's policy
• California State Water Distribution Operator II certification is required Salary Range: $41.48 - $46.64 Deadline to submit resume is Thursday, May 11, 2023. The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.