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meter reader
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A Meter Reader records information from water, electric or gas meters. Their role is to keep track of the meters use by recording appropriate information, and gather monthly readings from customer meters following client, state and federal requirements. Their responsibilities are to inspect meters for damages or defects, identify abnormal output of utilities, and find the source of the utility leak or problem before repairing it.

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4.4 years
$39K
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7.20 years
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  • Associate Degree In General Studies
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    Avg. Duration:30 monthsAvg. Fees:$18,910Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Arts (b.a.) In General Studies
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    Avg. Duration:45 monthsAvg. Fees:$23,007Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Arts (b.a.) In Communications
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    Avg. Duration:47 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,151Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree In Criminal Justice
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    Avg. Duration:20 monthsAvg. Fees:$20,220Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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