Meter Reader

Overview

Join the City of Pharr as a Full-Time Meter Reader and become an essential part of our dedicated team. This onsite position offers the opportunity to engage with the community directly while ensuring accurate and efficient readings for our services. With a starting pay of $27,200.00
, you will contribute to our mission of customer-centricity and innovation. You will thrive in a dynamic, energetic work environment that values problem-solving and forward thinking.

As you navigate the streets of Pharr, TX, you ll enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a difference in local residents  lives. Your role is pivotal in maintaining the city s operations and enhancing customer satisfaction.

As a Meter Reader for the City of Pharr, you will engage in a vital role that involves a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled tasks, primarily focusing on reading both residential and commercial water meters. Your responsibilities will include accurately recording consumption data and identifying any potential equipment issues. In addition to meter reading, you will be tasked with performing minor maintenance on water meter equipment, ensuring operational efficiency.

This position requires a keen attention to detail and a commitment to customer-centric service, as you will play a key part in maintaining the city s water systems and supporting community needs. Your efforts will contribute to a reliable and innovative municipal service that enhances the quality of life for residents in Pharr, TX.

To excel as a Meter Reader for the City of Pharr, candidates must possess a blend of technical knowledge and practical skills. A solid understanding of the operation and appropriate usage of various types of water meters is essential, as this role requires accurate readings and troubleshooting. Familiarity with hand-held and radio meter reading equipment will enhance efficiency in data collection.

Additionally, a good grasp of the geography of Pharr and the precise locations of meters is critical for effective route management. Proficiency in basic mathematics will aid in the accurate recording of water consumption. Moreover, candidates must demonstrate safe driving principles and practices, as this role involves traveling throughout the city.

These skills will ensure a successful and impactful contribution to the community through reliable water service management.

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we d love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!

Must pass a thorough criminal background check due to the sensitivity of the information handled by this position.