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Liberty

Meter Reader

Pine Bluff, AR

Perform meter reading duties as assigned. * Perform Water Distribution duties as assigned. * Preforms routine meter box and meter setting maintenance. * Preforms meter reading information transfer ...

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City of Seattle

Senior Meter Reader

Seattle, WA · On-site

$38.70 - $45.37/hr

This position will be reported to the Meter Reading Manager. Job Responsibilities Locates and reads residential and commercial utility meters on assigned routes, either by driving or walking to each ...

City of Midland, TX

Meter Reader

Midland, TX · On-site

$39.31K/yr

This role is more than just reading meters-it's about being the eyes and ears of our water utility ... Reports the need for new meter boxes for those that have deteriorated or been stolen. * Completes ...

ACRT

Meter Reader | Marietta, GA

Marietta, GA · On-site

$17/hr

Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location ...

City of Hillsboro

Water Meter Reader

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$55.73K - $73.33K/yr

Performs manual work associated with meter reading and maintenance activities; uses probes to locate meters; maintains areas in and around meter boxes; replaces meter lids. Follows established safety ...

Aureate Technologies Inc

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Utility Meter Reader

The Villages, FL · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

This role involves reading water meters, recording usage data, identifying meter issues, and assisting with basic water service maintenance activities. Key Responsibilities: • Read water meters ...

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ACRT

Meter Reader | Marietta, GA

Marietta, GA

$17/hr

Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location ...

WSSC Water

Meter Reader - Hyattsville (Pool)

Laurel, MD · On-site

$23.33/hr

Completes quarterly residential and commercial, rural, and difficult meter reading routes and records meter readings maintaining a high degree of accuracy and daily route completion * Checks to see ...

Greenlight Professional Services

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Utility Meter Reader

The Villages, FL · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

This position is responsible for reading and recording water meter usage, inspecting meters for proper operation, and assisting with basic meter-related service work. Previous meter reading ...

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Aureate Technologies Inc

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Utility Meter Reader

The Villages, FL · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

This role involves reading water meters, recording usage data, identifying meter issues, and assisting with basic water service maintenance activities. Key Responsibilities: • Read water meters ...

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Aureate Technologies Inc

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Utility Meter Reader

The Villages, FL · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

This role involves reading water meters, recording usage data, identifying meter issues, and assisting with basic water service maintenance activities. Key Responsibilities: • Read water meters ...

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WSSC Water

Turning the Tide - Meter Reader

Laurel, MD · On-site

Completes quarterly residential and commercial, rural, and difficult meter reading routes and records meter readings maintaining a high degree of accuracy and daily route completion * Checks to see ...

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How much do meter reading jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for meter reading in the United States is $19.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Meter Reader, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Meter Reader, you need basic math skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with handheld data collection devices, GPS systems, and utility company software is typically required. Strong time management, communication skills, and the ability to work independently set top performers apart. These abilities ensure accurate meter data collection, efficient route completion, and reliable utility billing for customers.

What are some common challenges faced by Meter Readers in the field, and how can they be addressed?

Meter Readers often work outdoors in varying weather conditions and may need to navigate difficult terrain or access meters in hard-to-reach locations. Interacting with customers or encountering animals on private property can also present challenges. To address these issues, it's important to follow safety protocols, use proper protective gear, and communicate clearly with property owners. Many companies provide ongoing training and support to help Meter Readers handle these situations effectively and safely.

What are meter readers?

Meter readers are professionals responsible for visiting homes and businesses to record the usage data from utility meters, such as electricity, gas, or water meters. They ensure that the utility company receives accurate readings, which are used to calculate customer bills. Meter readers may also inspect meters for signs of damage or tampering and report any irregularities. Their work often involves traveling throughout assigned areas, working outdoors in various weather conditions, and interacting with customers as needed.

What is the difference between Meter Reading vs Meter Technician?

AspectMeter ReadingMeter Technician
CredentialsNone typically requiredTechnical certifications or training often needed
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, customer sites, utility locationsFieldwork, maintenance facilities, utility sites
Job FocusRecording meter data, reading utility metersInstalling, repairing, maintaining meters
Employer & Industry UsageUtility companies, energy providersUtility companies, maintenance contractors

Meter Reading primarily involves recording utility meter data, often with minimal technical training. In contrast, Meter Technicians perform installation, repair, and maintenance of meters, requiring technical skills and certifications. Both roles are essential in utility industries but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

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Infographic showing various Meter Reading job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 45% Physical, and 55% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,077 per year, or $19.7 per hour.
Meter Reader

Meter Reader

Liberty

Pine Bluff, AR

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.

At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it. 

Purpose

Primary duties include accurately reading water meters (manually and electronically), interpreting, and recording volumes used and reporting such volumes. Verifying data on meters, ERTS and addresses. Turning water service on/off (delinquent accounts). Performs meter sets, meter change outs and maintain meter shop and other meter related work that maybe assigned.

Accountabilities
  • Know and abide by company’s safety policy and procedures.
  • Performs meter testing and recording duties as required including record keeping and meter scrapping.
  • Perform meter reading duties as assigned.
  • Perform Water Distribution duties as assigned.
  • Preforms routine meter box and meter setting maintenance.
  • Preforms meter reading information transfer using company automated systems.
  • Keep daily records of time worked and materials used.
  • Accurately track meter stock and performs monthly meter inventory count.
  • Perform leak detection.
  • Perform meter change outs as assigned
  • Performs office and office grounds maintenance.
  • Available to respond to after-hours company emergencies and perform After Hours On Call duties
  • Performs other related duties as required.
  • Ability to secure an Arkansas Department of Health Grade D1 water operator license within 18 months of employment.
Education and Experience
  • General educational knowledge normally acquired through a high school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Job Specific Competencies:

  • Ability to drive to job site, walk for extended periods on flat and uneven terrain, climb stairs, bend and stoop.  Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Ability to read, understand, and communicate work-related information in English.
  • Ability to understand policies and procedures relating to meter reading duties.

Other Competencies:

  • Ability to maintain scheduled meter reading productivity with an error rate not exceeding 1% within 9 days of hire.
  • Ability to walk for extended periods of time over uneven terrain in inclement weather.
  • Ability to read and interpret maps.
  • Basic computer skills and understanding of MS office package, ability to lean SAP / related company software.

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction.

With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global,  Act Local” business model.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.  If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.

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