Water and Sewer Meter Reader Service Person

Accepting applicants for WATER & SEWER METER READER SERVICE PERSON with the Citys Public Works Department.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Department: Public Works

Division: Water & Sewer

Barg. Unit: AFSCME- Public Works Unit

Status:Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm

Grade:4/5/6 $24.58 - $30.56/hour

Depending on drivers license water operators license and years of experience.

EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent GED plus preferred five (5) years experience in Water & Sewer. We are willing to train. Must have a valid State of Maine Class B commercial drivers license with Tanker endorsement and experience operating heavy equipment. Must be able to obtain a Maine Water Operator license Class 2.

WORK ACTIVITIES: A lot of walking is involved. Ability to operate and understand reading system and online software is required. Daily reading of customer meters using hand-held device and computer on a weekly schedule. Reports to Water & Sewer supervisors and business office for assignments. Final reads are a priority and may come in at any time. When not reading meters priority work is troubleshooting and fixing reading problems within the reading system. May be assigned to work with Water & Sewer crews. Able to follow oral and written instruction and perform other duties as assigned.

Submit application with cover letter and complete resume directly to the Department of Human Resources City Hall 27 Pine Street Lewiston ME 04240. Applications or questions can be emailed to our HR Director Heather Theriault at

Applications will be accepted until filled.

Only interviewed candidates will be notified.