Meter Reader jobs in Utah

Under the general supervision of the Utility Manager, performs a variety of skilled duties pertaining to the operation of the City’s Utility systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING

Assists public works personnel in maintenance, repair and operation of various facilities to include but not limited to:

· Reading, replacing and repair of water meters, setters and ring and covers.

· Inspects meters and connections for defects, damage and unauthorized connections. Reports irregularities to the Utility Manager.

· Verifies readings to locate abnormal consumptions and records reasons for fluctutations.

· Walks or drives vehicle over established route and takes readings of meter dials.

· Turn service off for nonpayments of charges for residential.

· Handling of customer complaints and completeing work orders. Interact with clients in a calm and professional manner and avoid dogs and other obstacles when walking onto residential and commercial properties.

· Delivery and collection of garbage.

· Snow Removal from facility sidewalks.

· Performs data entry.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions:

· Individual will have to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes.

· Position requires constant bending, stooping, kneeling and standing.

· Performs heavy manual labor such as shoveling, digging, loading/unloading and other related tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience)

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• Valid Utah driver’s license with at least three years of experience operating motorized vehicles.
• Able to operate power tools and specialized equipment.
• Computer literate with a good understanding of google drive.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Effective verbal communication skills are required; must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, contractors, vendors, and the general public.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions both oral and written.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 40 pounds. Subject to vision and hearing protection; standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching and handling frequently; sitting, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, crawling rarely.
• Working conditions involve exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, vehicle traffic.
• Audio, visual, and verbal functions are vital aspects to performing this position as well as the ability to operate an automobile.

Work Hours
Five eight-hour shift Monday – Friday or Four ten-hour shifts as assigned

Grantsville City is an EEO Employer

Closing Date/Time: June 19, 2024

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Grantsville, UT 84029: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person