What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meter Reader position at City of St. Petersburg?
This position requires performing routine field work involving reading meters to record water consumption using a hand-held meter reading device. An employee in this classification drives to assigned routes and walks 7-9 miles (daily) to obtain readings from approximately 400-600 water meter locations. This work also involves using a meter stick to lift meter lids weighing 15-25 pounds at each location.
Salary: $17.39 - $24.84 Hourly
Close Date: 04-01-2025 (11:59 PM)
To Qualify
Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:
- Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.
- Possess and continue to maintain a valid Driver License.
- Provide a personal motor vehicle for performance of assigned duties.
- Maintain an automobile insurance policy that meets the minimum requirements of liability established by the State of Florida for property damage and personal injury coverage for “business use”.
- Be able to work outdoors under varied weather conditions, walking numerous miles per day and perform frequent lifting and handling of materials weighing 15-25 pounds.
Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:
- Possess a basic knowledge of computer technology and good customer service skills.
Selection Process
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.
The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.
How To Apply
Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Apply for Jobs/Register/View Job Postings. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.
Salary : $17 - $25
