Meter Reader
Code: 43-5041.00
Also known as: Field Technician, Fieldman, Meter Reader, Meter Reader Inspector, Meter Reading Clerk, Meter Technician, Utility Service Worker, Water Inspector, Water Meter Reader, Water Use Inspector
Description: Meter Readers travel to many businesses and residences in a day to report on the location's consumption of water, gas, electricity or steam. They typically have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Typical wages
| 10% | $26,390 |
| 25% | $32,090 |
| Median | $41,940 |
| 75% | $58,440 |
| 90% | $73,570 |
| 10% | $12.69 |
| 25% | $15.43 |
| Median | $20.16 |
| 75% | $28.1 |
| 90% | $35.37 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
30,900 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
27,400 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 2,200 |