Meter Reader
Read meter and record consumption of electricity, gas, water, or steam.
At a Glance
Meter Reader earns an average of $27,040/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Top skills: Meter Reading, Water Metering, Electric Meters.
$27,040/yr
High school or GED
Varies
3
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Meter Readers, Utilities
Median Wage
$49,180/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-12.0%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (10)
Meter Reading
Water Metering
Electric Meters
Electrical Wiring
Lifting Ability
Process Architecture
Plumbing
Retrofitting
Public Relations
Hand Tools
Common Skills (7)
Customer Service
Willingness To Learn
Research
Computer Literacy
Strong Work Ethic
Positivity
Related Specializations
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