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METER WORKER 2

Code: 03641 Local Competitive

Career Family: METER WORKER

New Jersey treats Meter Worker 2 as a competitive-class job, so the gate is an examination and the ranked list it produces rather than a direct offer.

Eligibility comes down to 1 year of relevant experience.

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Meter Worker 2 is a local service title. It is filled by the counties, municipalities, authorities and other employers that have adopted civil service under Title 11A, not by State departments. Those employers set pay by ordinance or contract rather than from a State salary schedule, which is why most local titles carry no salary range here.

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Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, takes the lead over other workers engaged in the reading of water meters and/or performs the more difficult and responsible tasks involved in the reading of water meters; does related work as required.

Examples of work

  • Takes the lead over other Water Meter Readers in the performance of their duties and provides them with guidance and instructions.
  • Walks or drives motor vehicles in order to accomplish assigned readings in a designated area or route.
  • Reads water meters periodically.
  • Records readings of various dials on provided forms to serve as a basis for measuring water consumption.
  • Inspects water meter to see whether the seal is intact, whether meter is damaged, or unauthorized connections or tampering has occurred and notes significant observations on forms for necessary action by service personnel.
  • If there are water leaks, notifies the proper persons.
  • Makes special readings when complaints are received regarding abnormal water consumption and records reasons for fluctuations.
  • Answers inquires and gives information concerning water meter readings, the manner of making computations for water consumption, and the water distribution system.
  • Keep legible and accurate records.
  • Informs business office of meter readings for billing purposes.
  • May turn off water service for non-payment of charges or may turn service on for new occupants if premises.
  • When reading industrial meters, makes onsite calculations of consumption to determine if consumption is in-line with past readings of usage.
  • Where usage readings vary considerably, meets with company represenatives to determine reasons for discrepancies. Investigates the causes, and takes remedial action when necessary.
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

One (1) year of experience in the readings repair, or in the readings, repair, or installation of water meters.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, it necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Knowledge of the proper methods of reading water meters.
  • Knowledge of the methods of computing water consumption.
  • Knowledge of the basic principles underlying the operation of water meters commonly used.
  • Knowledge of basic arithmetic functions such as adding and subtracting.
  • Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions.
  • Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and from demonstrations.
  • Ability to read meters accurately and to record the information properly.
  • Ability to explain the basic operation of water meters when requested by consumers.
  • Ability to receive complaints from water consumers and take appropriate action.
  • Ability to inspect water meters at places of installation and note significant facts that may lead to malfunctioning meters.
  • Ability to perform arithmetical computations such as adding and subtracting.
  • Ability to guide, instruct, and provide work assignments to other employees.
  • Ability to keep needed records.
  • Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,all duties performed on the job may not be listed.