Meter Readers (Utilities)

Top 3 meter readers Jobs

  • Full Time Utility Meter Reader - Olameter Corporation - San Antonio, TX

    We are looking for full time meter readers in San Antonio, TX. The applicant must be able to walk 10-15 miles per day while reading meters accurately. Must be able to pass a criminal background check ...

  • Meter Service Inspector - Mustang Special Utility District - Aubrey, TX

    Ability to read maps and locate addresses. Qualifications: * High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required. * Previous water, electrical, and gas meter reading or installation ...

  • Customer Service Representative - Master Meter - Mansfield, TX

    Customer Service Representative Master Meter is a leading manufacturer of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) products (water meters) for the water utility ...

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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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