What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works - Water and Sewer Meter Reader Service Person position at City of Lewiston?
Accepting applicants for WATER & SEWER METER READER SERVICE PERSON with the City’s Public Works Department.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Department: Public Works
Division: Water & Sewer
Barg. Unit: AFSCME- Public Works Unit
Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm
Grade: 4/5/6 [$24.58 - $30.56/hour]
Depending on driver’s license, water operator’s license, and years of experience.
EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent GED, plus five (5) years experience in Water & Sewer. Must have a valid State of Maine Class B commercial driver’s license, with Tanker endorsement, and experience operating heavy equipment. Must be able to obtain a Maine Water Operator license, Class 2.
WORK ACTIVITIES: A lot of walking is involved. Ability to operate and understand reading system and online software is required. Daily reading of customer meters using hand-held device and computer on a weekly schedule. Reports to Water & Sewer supervisors and business office for assignments. Final reads are a priority and may come in at any time. When not reading meters, priority work is troubleshooting and fixing reading problems within the reading system. May be assigned to work with Water & Sewer crews. Able to follow oral and written instruction and perform other duties as assigned.
Submit application with cover letter and complete resume directly to the Department of Human Resources, City Hall 27 Pine Street Lewiston, ME 04240. Applications or questions can be emailed to our HR Director, Heather Theriault at htheriault@lewistonmaine.gov
Application deadline is July 23, 2026. Mailed applications must be post marked no later than this date.
Only interviewed candidates will be notified.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.58 - $30.56 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $31