Job Description

Water Meter Reader

Read and properly record readings for water meters throughout the City.

Position Functions

• Read water meter registers daily to be recorded onto handheld unit (currently using Itron FC300 device).
• Clean mud and debris from meter boxes and locate buried meters.
• Deliver delinquent and shut off notices to residents and businesses.
• Drive to and from City work sites.
• Remove and install water meters, turning them on and off as necessary.
• Identify possible cross connections.
• Conduct flow test on water meters, as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned. Be available for emergency call-outs.
• In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential and may be required to perform duties outside of their normal job description.
• Complete required trainings as specified within the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid driver license. Must obtain Florida driver license within thirty (30) days of employment.

PREFERABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six (6) months experience reading utility meters.
• Willingness to adopt AI and emerging technologies.

Supplemental Information

Applicants must authorize and undergo fingerprint-based state and national criminal history screening. Employees in this position are subject to continuous criminal history monitoring throughout employment. Driving history for the past three (3) years must reflect no violations of a driving related felony offense, or driving under the influence (DUI) which includes both drugs and alcohol, reckless driving, or hit and run involving an occupied vehicle or attended property, or an accumulation of traffic violations, plus three (3) points for each attendance at driving school (regardless of whether points were assessed against the license) where the penalty points do not exceed twelve (12). If selected, an essential functions assessment is required to measure the ability to safely perform the required physical demands. Your Service Earns Our Support. We proudly offer additional benefits to our veterans at no cost to help you access and navigate VA benefits and more. Join a team that values you and your service!

Benefits

The City of Altamonte Springs offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health employee coverage and basic life insurance at no cost to the employee. Employees may enroll in optional additional life package options, flex spending account, long term and short term disability coverage, dental and vision coverage, and a deferred compensation plan. There are pension plan options, depending on the position held. Employees also have access to an extensive wellness program, employee assistance program, and tuition reimbursement/education incentive program. The City of Altamonte Springs is proud to partner with Vetavize, an AI-powered platform that helps veterans navigate the VA claims process faster, easier, and with expert supportbecause serving those who've served is more than a promise, it's our priority. This benefit is available at no cost to eligible employees.

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