Meter Reader ($2,000 Sign-On Bonus) - City of Hickory
Hickory, NC
About the Job
For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional prework screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check
An employee in this position will proceed on foot or in a vehicle from premise to premise locating water meters; uncovers meters and enters in handheld computer; observes meters and notes breakage or faulty operation; reports to appropriate personnel the need for adjustment or repairs; cooperates with immediate supervisor in discontinuing and renewing services by cutting on or cutting off meters, or removing and replacing meters as indicated by the circumstances; assists in meter repairs as required; finds and raises meter boxes and meters as required. Other duties as assigned. Must possess the ability to drive a light truck; ability to deal courteously with the public; ability to walk moderate distances and work under varying conditions; ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees; ability to perform manual tasks at times under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to learn and remember location of meters; ability to accurately read meters; and ability to recognize faulty meters.
Must possess a valid Class "C" driver's license from NC. Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Minimum age of 18. Prefer applicant who has thorough knowledge of the layout of city streets.
Job Type: Full Time
Agency: PS WS Administration
Location: Hickory
Source : City of Hickory
