Water meter reader
すいどうメーターけんしんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Field Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Field Clerical Occupations
Summary
A field clerical job that regularly patrols water meters, accurately measures and records water consumption, and compiles the data.
Description
Water meter readers follow designated routes to visit homes and businesses, visually or using dedicated devices to read water meter usage, and input data into record sheets or tablet devices. The obtained usage data is used for calculating water bills and analyzing consumption trends. If damage to the meter or water leaks are found, they perform simple on-site inspections and report them, handing over to the repair department. The work is primarily outdoor patrolling, involving travel by car or motorcycle, as well as interaction with local residents.
Future Outlook
With the spread of smart meters, manual meter reading is on a decreasing trend, but a shift to new tasks such as anomaly response and equipment inspection is expected.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Water meter reader leader → Supervisor → Quality control/audit staff → Clerical positions such as water bill calculation → Service manager
Required Skills
Basic PC operation / Patrol route planning / Record entry / Water meter reading
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (customer service) / GPS/map apps / Initial response to anomalies / Time management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because misentries in numbers directly affect the meter reading results. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as work follows set procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex calculations are few, mainly basic numerical reading. |
Related Qualifications
- Standard driver's license
Aliases
- Meter reader
- Water meter reader
Related Jobs
- Electric meter reader
- Gas meter reader