Meter Technician

City of Murray | Murray, KY

Date Posted: 6/30/2026 3:40:12 PM

Description:

Salary: $19.41 – $21.63/hour

Overtime: nonexempt

Opening Date: 6/30/2026

Closing Date: until filled

Description: Under general supervision the meter technician will read all meters using established methods, assist with service work as requested, and perform related duties as required.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for obtaining readings of all gas and water meters as assigned and on a timely basis
• Responsible for maintaining gas and water meters. This includes but is not limited to: marking meters, trimming around meters, cleaning out meter jars, changing out broken lids, changing out broken meter jars, and any other maintenance of meters and meter jars as deemed necessary.
• Communicating and actively assisting in resolving any concerns or safety issues in regards to the maintenance of the meters and meter jars
• Assists with changing out and programming water meters
• Assists with installing and programming gas smart points
• Assists with service work and obtaining re-reads for the department
• Must fill out all necessary paperwork correctly and completely
• Assists with water service cut-offs as needed
• Cleans and maintains vehicle and tools
• Assists other departments as requested

Minimum Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) - required
• Driver’s license – required 
• Previous applicable experience – preferred 

Knowledge

• Knowledge of obtaining gas and water meter usage, water meter repair, and replacement
• Thorough knowledge of the geography of the service area plus location of gas and water meters
• Knowledge of work hazards and applicable safety procedures

Abilities 

• Ability to follow established safety standards
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public
• Physical ability to work for extended periods of time during all weather conditions including inclement weather
• Ability to work hours during the day but may be expected to work evenings and weekends
• Must be able to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and supervision

Additional Information Instructions are detailed and specific, covering all aspects of work. Work varies slightly and seldom required to take different, new, or unusual approaches in completing work.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to reach, grip, grasp, use fine motor skills, stoop, bend, climb, stand or walk, regardless of the weather
• Requires being in high places, confined spaces, or using stairs or ladder
• Lifting objects (more than 50 pounds)
• Required to operate a vehicle or other equipment, must deal with insects and pets
• Work is performed outdoors
• Tools, Equipment and Vehicles Used: truck, cut-off wrench, pliers, shovel, post-hole digger, trimmer, paint, water pump, handheld device, and/or other tools and equipment as applicable

Applicants may apply online by sending resumes to [email protected]. The City of Murray is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Information: $19.41 - $21.63/hour
Application Deadline: 07/31/2026

Applicants may apply online by sending resumes to [email protected].

City of Murray
Director of Human Resources
500 Main St
Murray, KY 42071