Meter Reader

Position Summary:
Walks/drives assigned routes while accurately reading and recording electric, gas and water meter data.

Education/Experience: :
High school diploma (GED).

Skills/Abilities: :
Excellent customer relations skills. Ability to communicate clearly & concisely. Working knowledge of Itron meter reading system a plus.

Physical Demands:
The ability to use a computer keyboard effectively. The ability to orally communicate by phone & person to person. The ability to see and read printed material. The ability to safely operate a standard equipped company motor vehicle. The ability to walk several miles per day over rough terrain.

Work Environment:
Outdoor conditions. Brisk walking long-distances in all weather conditions. Exposure to animals.

Driving:
Must have and maintain a valid TN Class “D” license.

Telephone:
Must maintain an operating telephone and furnish the number to his/her supervisor.

Essential Functions: :

• Checks meter numbers and addresses.
• Checks meter box seals.
• Aids in the detection of power diversion.
• Reads meters and enters correct readings into hand-held computer to show consumption of water, wastewater, electricity and gas.
• Assists in re-reading meters to check for accuracy.
• Ensures that meters are registering properly; reports to supervisor defects or suspicious conditions.
• Reports customer complaints.
• Interacts with the public and customers in a courteous manner.
• Reports unusually high bills.
• Maintains assigned routes with respect to proper reading order.
• Operates a variety of tools and equipment including trucks, hand-held computers and hand tools.
• Performs general maintenance duties such as: changes out electric & water meters, clears mud, debris and other matter from the meter boxes as necessary.
• Assist Meter Shop personnel when needed.
• Follows safety guidelines and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as requested.