Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Water Meter Reader – Virginia Beach / Norfolk, VA
Why Join Us?
At Alexander’s Contract Services, Inc. - a family-owned company since 1967 - we’re not just hiring meter readers. We’re building a team of dependable professionals who get the job done right, no matter the conditions. Rain, heat, cold, or long days - you’ll be part of an elite group that thrives where others fall short.
Full Time & Part Time positions available.
Compensation
- Annual Base Pay : 35,360 – $46,800 (equivalent to $17-$22.50 / hour, depending on performance).
- Performance-Based Incentives : After training, a minimum of 300 meter readings per day is required. Our top readers average 300–600 per day nationally , and higher performance is rewarded.
- Overtime Pay : For hours worked beyond 40 per week.
Performance Expectations
Minimum of 300 meter readings per day once trained.Ability to stay on pace regardless of weather or challenges.Maintain a can-do attitude .Duties & Responsibilities
Record water meter readings using a lightweight Android Smartphone.Work independently outdoors in all weather conditions.Provide courteous, professional interactions with customers.Safely operate a vehicle with frequent stops and starts.Complete assigned routes without cutting corners.Requirements
High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.Must pass background, DMV, and drug screenings.Vehicle insurance required for all employees.Must be ready to use your personal insured vehicle if requested by management.Physically capable of walking 1 to 5 miles daily , with frequent bending, crouching, stair climbing, and lifting up to 45 lbs.Dependable, detail-oriented, and resilient in tough conditions.Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance.401(k) retirement plan.Paid Time Off (PTO).Comprehensive training and advancement opportunities.Immediate openings available.Transportation & Driving (Essential Function) : This role requires daily travel between worksites and operation of a motor vehicle on company business. As a condition of employment, you must (1) maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor-vehicle record, and (2) maintain state-required auto liability insurance (at least Virginia minimums). If you use a personal vehicle, business mileage is reimbursed at the company’s published rate.
The Kind of People We Want
We’re looking for a few good men and women - those who want to prove themselves as part of an elite team. If you value hard work, precision, and pride in a job well done, you’ll fit right in. This is not just a paycheck; it’s about excellence, reliability, and performance.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re reliable, hardworking, and ready to rise to the challenge, join us.
Apply today and build a career where performance matters—and only the best stick with the team.
Requirements : What You’ll Need
Strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learnHigh School Diploma or GEDBasic mobile device skillsValid driver’s license and current vehicle insuranceAble to use personal vehicleClean background check, DMV report, and drug / alcohol screeningAbility to work independently, stay focused, and meet daily route goalsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors year-round