Meter Readers (Utilities)

Top 3 meter readers Jobs

  • Maintenance Mechanic - Experienced - Frito-Lay North America Careers - Chandler, AZ

    Maintenance Mechanics are also responsible for troubleshooting and repairing AC/DC electrical systems, reading schematics, and using electrical testing equipment (Volt-Ohm meter , amp meter ...

  • Maintenance Mechanic - Experienced - Frito-Lay North America Careers - Katy, TX

    Maintenance Mechanics are also responsible for troubleshooting and repairing AC/DC electrical systems, reading schematics, and using electrical testing equipment (Volt-Ohm meter , amp meter ...

  • Senior Gas Pipeline Construction Inspector - Colorado Springs Utilities - Colorado Springs, CO

    Performing gas service line tie-ins and inspections, gas service line relocations, and meter moves ... layouts, reading grade staking, acquiring proper materials, reconciling and closing out gas ...

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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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