Meter Reader

Meter Reader

Salary

$17.85 - $24.99 Hourly

Location

Dade City & Land O Lakes & New Port Richey, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

14347-1026

Department

Utilities Customer & Information Services

Division

Utilities Customer & Information Services

Opening Date

10/16/2026

Closing Date

10/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary Range

$17.85 - $24.99

Pay Grade

N31 (Non-exempt position)

Salary Disclosure

Rates of pay are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

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General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A METER READER

The Meter Reader role involves both field and office work including the reading water meters, recording and reporting readings, and evaluating water consumption. Primary duties include reading water meters on an assigned route, recording the readings, checking functionality of meters, completing service orders for turn-ons, turn-off, and disconnects, and reporting any abnormal or suspicious meter conditions or patterns, such as illegal connections. Training for this role will be provided.

• The Meter Reader position provides a possible career path for advancement to Meter Reader II and Meter Reader III when education, experience, and performance requirements and expectations are met.*

Essential Job Functions

In a field environment, the Meter Reader is responsible for reading water meters on an assigned route and accurately recording readings. Conducts special readings as required, checking the functionality of meters, and reporting any defects or signs of tampering to a supervisor. Responsibilities further include turning water services on and off as needed, cleaning brush, dirt, or vines away from meter boxes using appropriate tools, and reposting defects, leaks, hazards, or incorrect field data to dispatch. Performs investigations at meter locations to verify details such as meter location and serial numbers, assesses whether the meter register is functioning correctly, and retrieves usage profile from meter endpoints for usage inquiries, billing disputes, or customer questions. Occasionally involves the need to lift, move, push, and/or pull sometimes heavy objects weighing up to 30 lbs. Tasks involving bending, stooping, squatting and walking are frequent. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to gain knowledge of the geography of the County and navigate street locations.
• Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public.
• Ability to accurately use a handheld processor and a tough book computer to record meter information.
• Ability to perform service orders in the field.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic tough book computer issues.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Teams.
• Knowledge of working with hand tools, including but not limited to shovels, turnkeys, pliers, and screwdrivers.
• Working knowledge of personal security and situational awareness for workers who are alone in public.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and also push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Constantly, required to bend, stoop, squat, and walk from 8-15 miles per day in all types of weather. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Two (2) years experience working in the field entering data in to handheld and laptop computers which may include public contact.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida drivers license.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATIONS TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021

Benefits include:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.

01

I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02

Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?

• Yes
• No

03

Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

• GED
• High School
• Associate degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

04

Which best describes the years of experience you have in the field entering data in to handheld and laptop computers which may include public contact?

• Ten or more years of experience
• Nine years but less than ten
• Eight years but less than nine
• Seven years but less than eight
• Six years but less than seven
• Five years but less than six
• Four years but less than five
• Three years but less than four
• Two years but less than three
• One year but less than two
• Less than one year of experience

05

Do you possess a valid Florida drivers license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).

• Yes
• No

07

I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

• Acknowledged
• Declined

08

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

09

Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

10

Have you recently taken a disbursement from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

11

If so, please provide the date.

12

Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)

13

How did you hear about this position?

• Billboard
• Facebook
• Friend/Family Referral
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Magazine publication
• Nextdoor
• Pasco County employee
• Pasco County Facebook Page
• Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
• Pasco County Traffic Sign
• Utility bill insert
• X/Twitter
• YouTube
• Other

14

If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A.

Required Question

Employer Pasco County

Address 7536 State Street

New Port Richey, Florida, 34654

Phone (727) 847-8030

(727) 847-8103

Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net