Meter Readers (Utilities)

Top 3 meter readers Jobs

  • Customer Service Field Representative - ECCV Water District - Aurora, CO

    Rechecks unusual meter readings and obtains readings unavailable during routine meter reading and records final meter readings ; excessive consumption of water such as leaking systems, inoperative or ...

  • Customer Service Representative - EJ Water Cooperative - Greenville, IL

    ... meter readings , usage patterns, and conservation efforts. o Coordinate meter reading schedules and update customer records accurately.  Educational Support: o Educate customers about water ...

  • SCADA Technician - Washington City - Washington, UT

    Reads , understands and relates water measurement electronic or magnetic meter readings to manually measured and observed field conditions and situations. Interprets and performs installations from ...

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What Meter readers Do

Read meter and record consumption of electricity, gas, water, or steam.


Meter reader Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 27,000
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $45,720

Job Outlook for Meter readers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: -2,300
  • Growth rate: -9 percent (Decline)

How to Become a Meter reader

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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