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Meter Reader, City of Myrtle Beach

Job Category
Public Works
Employee Status
Full Time
Job Duties

Drives an assigned service truck on a scheduled route throughout the City; reads residential and commercial water meters; checks to see the meter is working correctly; records meter readings in hand held/radio read system; downloads meter readings to billing system. Re-reads meters with unusual usage levels; and verifies that meters are registering consumption accurately. Cleans and maintains residential and commercial meters; reports defective parts to appropriate personnel.

Responds to questions, requests for service calls and/or complaints regarding meter operations; investigates meter's operating condition; calibrates meter if needed; and works to educate customers on program policies and procedures. Assists with turning on water service for new accounts; and disconnects water service for terminated and/or delinquent accounts. Maintains trip logs and other required documentation.

Ensures routine maintenance is performed on assigned truck and equipment; conducts pre- and post-trip inspections, including checking all fluids, gauges, lighting, mirrors, tires, body damage, seats and seatbelts, cleanliness of vehicle, etc.; fuels trucks; loads and secures materials; reports all problems or necessary repairs to appropriate personnel immediately; completes and maintains inspection, gas usage and other associated documentation. Adheres to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; one year of experience in customer service, utility reading or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

May be required to obtain and maintain a class "D" Water Distribution License.

How to Apply

Please visit the City's website to review the job description and to apply online.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Myrtle Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.