Meter Reader

Lakewood WA

Description

This is a part-time position responsible for gathering/recording data from electric and water meters using a hand-held microcomputer. Data collected in this position is vital to the operation/coordination of utility billing services. Minimum Qualifications: 1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 2. Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License / good driving record. 3. Pass a background check. Preferred: Prior meter reading experience Familiarity with hand-held meter reading devices. Physical Demands: This position requires the incumbent be able to traverse uneven terrain, as the worksite is the outdoor environment. Work is primarily around homes, offices, and other structures. Considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, and kneeling are required to read meters. The position requires year-round work in a variety of weather conditions. The incumbent may encounter dogs on private property. Terms of Employment: • The use of a personal vehicle is required. • The incumbent must maintain current insurance coverage. • Mileage reimbursement is available. • The position requires availability to work flexible hours and is not benefit eligible. • The incumbent must be fully vaccinated against COVID, unless, exempt for qualifying medical/religious reasons (proof of vaccination required). Application Procedure: Applications are available online at www.townofsteilacoom.org/234/Employment (fillable) or may be obtained by calling (253) 983-2053. Submit a resume and Town of Steilacoom application to: Town of Steilacoom, Human Resources, 2301 Worthington Street, Steilacoom, Washington 98388, FAX to (253) 588-5151, or email the application and your resume to [email protected]. Please note on the application the position for which you are applying. Those applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Town’s needs may be scheduled for a written examination. The Town of Steilacoom is an Equal Opportunity Employer