Overview
Meter Reader I/ II – $1000 Sign on Incentive Jobs in Orlando, FL at Orange County Government
Title: Meter Reader I/ II – $1000 Sign on Incentive
Company: Orange County Government
Location: Orlando, FL
Overview
At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.
Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. Orange County Utilities successfully manages growth and serves one of the fastest growing large metropolitan areas in the country in the last 40 years while maintaining excellent quality, customer service and preserving the environment.
The Customer Service Division is looking for a highly qualified individual to the fill the position of ¿Meter Reader I/II¿.
Job Description
Meter Reader I
General Functions
This key position performs routine entry level field work including reading meters and noting meter repair or replacement needs to include reporting malfunctioning meters and unauthorized connections.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Utilities Account Supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observation, meeting, number of meters read, accuracy and achievement of desired results.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
- Reads water and reclaimed water meters accurately to ensure proper billing for customers.
- Identifies and reports unauthorized connections for further investigation, including missing meters, illegal water usage or meter tampering.
- Reports meters needing repair or replacement and any leaks discovered during meter readings, including instances where meters register consumption at the time of the visit.
- Uploads daily readings by properly docking or linking the handheld device to transmit the collected data.
- Drives to and from assigned work areas, adhering to traffic and safety laws while completing meter readings and returning to the office daily.
- Verifies routes on handheld device to ensure alignment with daily assignments, performing quality control at the start of each workday to prevent errors.
- Maintains vehicle by tracking mileage, cleaning the vehicle, refueling and reporting any damage.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Meter Reader II
General Functions
This key position performs routine and non-routine semi-skilled field work including reading meters and identifying repair or replacement needs to include reporting malfunctioning meters and unauthorized connections. Responsible for collecting accurate monthly readings from all water and reclaimed water meters within the service area, ensuring customers are billed accurately based on actual consumption, meeting bond covenants and avoiding estimated bills that could lead to customer dissatisfaction and escalations.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Utilities Account Supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observation, meeting, number of meters read, accuracy and achievement of desired results.
Representative Duties/Assignments
Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.
- Reads water, reclaimed water and specialty meters accurately to ensure proper billing for customers.
- Identifies and reports unauthorized connections for further investigation, including missing meters, illegal water usage or meter tampering.
- Reports meters needing repair or replacement and any leaks discovered during meter readings, including instances where meters register consumption at the time of the visit.
- Uploads daily readings by properly docking or linking the handheld device to transmit the collected data.
- Drives to and from assigned routes, adhering to traffic and safety laws while completing meter readings and returning to the office daily.
- Verifies routes on handheld device to ensure alignment with daily assignments, performing quality control at the start of each workday to prevent errors.
- Maintains vehicle by tracking mileage, cleaning the vehicle, refueling and reporting any damage.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (MR-I):
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver¿s License.
Minimum Qualifications (MR-I):
One (1) year of experience in meter reading. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
Preferences
Must be able to work outside in inclement weather
Application Deadline
Open Date: 06/18/2026
Close Date: 06/20/2026
This posting is subject to close without prior notice.
Salary Information
Pay Grade: 009 – From $17.01 to $21.56
Pay Grade: 011 – From $19.00 to $24.12
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Placement based on Education and Experience
Sign-on Incentive
This position may be eligible for a Sign-on Incentive. To learn more about our Sign-on Incentive Program visit our website at:
http://www.ocfl.net/careers/#incentives
Please note that current County employees are not eligible for a sign-on monetary incentive.
Benefits
- 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually.
- 18 days paid time off per year.
- Longevity bonus based on years of service.
- 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
- Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
- Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
- Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
- Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
- Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Earn service time to forgive student loans.
Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.
For more information on Benefits visit – https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx
Veterans Preference
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.
Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.
Educational Requirements
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
Address
Orange County Utilities
Customer Service Division
9150 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, FL
Notes
Hours per week: 40
Schedule: 6:30am ¿ 2:30pm
Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.
