Meter Reader jobs in USA


Job Title:Meter Reader
Closing Date/Time:Wed. 12/13/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary:$23.39 - $27.18 Hourly
Job Type:Temporary Full-Time
Location:City Shops: 2700 Duportail - Richland, Washington
 
Energy Services is looking for a Temporary Meter Reader
(Approximate Time Frame is December 2017 - May 2018)  


Hourly Rate:  $23.39/hr


Under the direction of the Electrical Systems Supervisor or designee, reads, records and reports commercial and residential electric and water meters to determine consumption and inspects meters for leaks, broken glass, seal malfunctions, defects, tampering and unauthorized connections. Subject to after hours and weekend work as needed.

Click on the following link to view the complete job description to include essential functions and working conditions:   http://agency.governmentjobs.com/richlandwa/default.cfm?action=specbulletin&ClassSpecID=783010&headerfooter=0

 

 Minimum Qualifications:EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • Valid driver's license upon hire date.

 Desirable Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Richland City streets and businesses.
  • Prior experience using a handheld input device, and preferably a meter reading handheld device such as an I-Tron handheld.
  • Experience working independently and meeting scheduled commitments.
  • Ability to work around animals such as dogs, cows and horses, and ability to deal with spiders, bugs and occasional snakes.
  • Prior experience working outdoors all year long, including inclement weather conditions.

 Supplemental Information:Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing (if applicable) and an interview.  Final selection will be based on a comprehensive background/reference check and a pre-employment physical commensurate to the position.

Summary of City of Richland benefits for IUOE affiliated staff (union-represented employees):
Regular Full-Time Employee Benefits
  • Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution
  • City-paid dental and vision plans
  • City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employees annual salary)
  • City-paid Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 3% City-match (base pay) deferred compensation plans with ICMA RC 457 and 401 (a) options
  • Extended Sick Leave
  • Post Employment Health
  • City-paid and Employee-paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
  • Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
Temporary (Seasonal) Employee Benefits  - Must meet eligibility requirements 
  • Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
    • 4 hours per month of service (paid upon completion of the temporary assignment)
  • Paid Holidays

Limited Term Employee Benefits - Must meet eligibility requirements
 
  • Excellent preferred provider plan with a substantial City-paid contribution
  • City-paid dental and vision plans
  • Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
    • 12 hours per month of service (paid upon completion of the limited-term assignment)
  • Paid Holidays