Meter Reader jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Meter Reader is responsible for reading electric, gas, or water meters. Keeps track of their use by recording appropriate information. Being a Meter Reader inspects meters for damages or defects. Requires a high school diploma. Additionally, Meter Reader typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Meter Reader may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Meter Reader
  • ACRT, Inc.
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL FULL_TIME
  • Bermex, Inc.

    Please Apply at:   https://acrt.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ACRT_Careers/job/Meter-Reader---Ft-Lauderdale--FL_R6343/apply?source=BetterTeam


    About The Team:  
    At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We’re always looking for a way that we can delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading. At Bermex, we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team.   
    About the Role 
    The Meter Reader reports to the Meter Services Supervisor at Bermex. This position plays a key role in reading and inspecting gas, electric, and/or water meters. This position also requires a high degree of walking in outdoor environmental conditions, excellent time management, and exceptional flexibility day to day. 

    What You’ll Do 
    Meter Reading: 
    • Read meters on a daily and/or special basis, typically on a customer’s premises for service bills 
    • Carry out assigned duties in the required time frame for cycle readings, assign sequence numbers to new services, and rearrange meter reading routes as necessary. 
    • Inspect meters and report damage or apparent malfunctions to assigned supervisor 
    • Evaluate unsafe conditions or clean out meter boxes 
    • Use electric, gas, water meter reading devices 
    • Use hand tools such as a screwdriver, pliers, flashlights, keys, gas detectors, generators, pumps, hand pumps, shovels, lid handles, etc. 
    • Use printed materials such as service orders, maps, manuals, and computer printouts 
    • Assist with training of new meter readers 

    Read Meters in Various Environmental Conditions: 
    • Extensively walk and stand for much of the workday 
    • Walk for long distances (occasionally up to 20 miles per day) in various weather conditions (rain, sleet, hail, snow, extreme heat or cold, etc.) 
    • Exert physical force moving objects (routinely 10lbs of force, up to an occasional 50lbs of force) 

    Customer Communication: 
    • Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities 
    • Provide general information about the meter services to customers, when applicable 
    • Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate 
    Other duties as assigned. 

    About You 
    Must haves: 
    • Education: Some high school education, must be 18 years of age or older 
    • Experience: No experience necessary, employees will be trained. Must possess a valid driver’s license 

    Nice to haves: 
    • Education: High School Diploma or GED 
    • Experience: At least 1 year of experience in meter reading or working in outdoor conditions 

    Your Skills: 
    • Ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team 
    • Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and route scheduling  
    • Adequate time management skills to finish daily meter reads in a timely manner, figuring out an efficient way to read meters for that day 
    • Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers 
    • Ability to interact with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner 
    • Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding 
    • Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions, accordingly  

    This role would not be a good fit if you: 
    • Do not enjoy working independently 
    • Do not enjoy working in outdoor conditions 
    • Do not enjoy walking long distances 
    • Are not flexible and do not enjoy adapting to your current work schedule or routine 
    • Do not have adequate planning and time management skills to finish a days work in a timely manner 

    Drug/Alcohol Testing: 
    • Drug/alcohol testing is required 
    • Drug/alcohol testing required per Non-Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric, and meters 
    • Drug/alcohol testing required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters 

    Benefits 
    Health and Safety: 
    • Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options 
    • Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability 
    • Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company match 
    • Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members 

    Retirement: 
    • Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost 
    • Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match  

    PTO Plans (after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees): 
    • Paid Vacation 
    • Paid Holidays 
    • Paid Wedding Day 
    • Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans 
    • Paid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY) 

    Perks/Allowances: 
    • Company vehicle (for all driver-based positions) 
    • Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable) 
    • Company provided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable)  
    • Boot allowance from approved vendors  
    • Daily per diem for travel-based positions  
     
    Where We Work:
    Employees will begin their day at the local office where they will pick up their company vehicle, equipment, and assignments for the day.  
    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Water System Operator I (Meter Reader)
  • City of Tamarac
  • Tamarac, FL FULL_TIME
  • JOB Performs routine technical activities installing, maintaining, repairing, and reading water meters for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. Inspects meters and connections for defec...
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Water System Operator I (Meter Reader)
  • City of Tamarac
  • City of Tamarac, FL FULL_TIME
  • Performs routine technical activities installing, maintaining, repairing, and reading water meters for residential, commercial, and industrial facilities. Inspects meters and connections for defects, ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Listing Agent
  • Laurie Reader Real Estate
  • Plantation, FL FULL_TIME
  • Are you a real estate agent in South Florida looking for a team that provides HOT seller leads?Does having a clear Growth Path where you can earn up to 94% commission excite you?Are you committed to b...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Meter Technician/Técnico de medidor de agua
  • National Metering Services, Inc
  • Margate, FL FULL_TIME
  • National Metering Services, Inc. (NMS) is seeking highly motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join its team. NMS is a production based employer. The more the Technician Installs or produces t...
  • 18 Days Ago

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WATER METER SERVICEWORKER-PART-TIME 7:30AM-4:30PM (32 HOURS/WEEK)
  • City of Fort Lauderdale
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL PART_TIME
  • The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and missi...
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County Meter Reader
  • Meter Reader
  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • Responsibilities The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used,...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Project Manager
  • Moss Construction Management
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT: Moss' Assistant Project Managers are responsible for assisting the Project Man...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Utility Project Manager 103123 - (CAPITAL PROJECTS)
  • City of Sunrise, FL
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Description NATURE OF WORK This classification involves managing a variety of construction projects for the City. An emp...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HVAC Service Technician
  • Lane Valente Industries
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Lane Valente Industries is a Leading International construction and facility maintenance company with offices throughout...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SURVEY OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
  • City of Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Salary : $65,324.06 - $101,257.94 Annually Location : Fort Lauderdale, FL Job Type: Full Time Job Number: FS028-01 Depar...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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SBS Field Service Representative 2
  • Sharp Electronics Corp.
  • Delray Beach, FL
  • Overview: Come bring your skills to Sharp and make an impact on our winning team! Great opportunity with Sharp Business ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Arborist Sales Representative
  • Bartletttree
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • **Title: Arborist Sales Representative** Location: Date Listed: 26/10/2021 Hire Type: Regular Full-Time Overview: If you...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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County Meter Reader
  • Meter Reader
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Responsibilities The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used,...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fort Lauderdale (/ˈlɔːdərdeɪl/) is a city in the U.S. state of Florida, 28 miles (45 km) north of Miami. It is the county seat of Broward County. As of the 2017[update] census, the city has an estimated population of 180,072. Fort Lauderdale is a principal city of the Miami metropolitan area, which was home to an estimated 6,158,824 people in 2017. The city is a popular tourist destination, with an average year-round temperature of 75.5 °F (24.2 °C) and 3,000 hours of sunshine per year. Greater Fort Lauderdale, encompassing all of Broward County, hosted 12 million visitors in 2012, including...
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Income Estimation for Meter Reader jobs
$44,475 to $62,488
Fort Lauderdale, Florida area prices
were up 2.9% from a year ago

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