What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meter Reader - Lyttonsville position at WSSC Water?
The Meter Reader is responsible for reading residential, commercial, and multi-dial water meters records meter readings, and reporting 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 meters
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent
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 meters
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent