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How much does an Utility Meter Reader make in New Jersey? The average Utility Meter Reader salary in New Jersey is $60,700 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $49,500 and $69,800. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Utility Meter Reader Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Utility Meter Reader Salary $39,303 NJ April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Utility Meter Reader Salary $49,500 NJ April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Utility Meter Reader Salary $60,700 NJ April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Utility Meter Reader Salary $69,800 NJ April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Utility Meter Reader Salary $78,085 NJ April 24, 2024
25% $49,500 10% $39,303 90% $78,085 75% $69,800 $60,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Utility Meter Reader keeps track of their use by recording appropriate information. Responsible for reading electric, gas, or water meters. Being an Utility Meter Reader requires a high school diploma. Inspects meters for damages or defects. In addition, Utility Meter Reader typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Utility Meter Reader may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Job Openings for Utility Meter Reader in New Jersey
  • Responsibilities. The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used, cleaning of meter boxes, and remo...
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  • Responsibilities. The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used, cleaning of meter boxes, and remo...
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  • Responsibilities. The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used, cleaning of meter boxes, and remo...
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  • Responsibilities. The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used, cleaning of meter boxes, and remo...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • Responsibilities. The primary responsibility of this position is to read meters and record consumption of the water used, cleaning of meter boxes, and remo...
    - 2 Days Ago

Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Utility Meter Reader

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Gas Meter Installation and Maintenance Mechanic

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $62,489 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $63,595 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $63,651 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $62,434 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $64,591 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $62,489 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $61,549 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $62,047 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $63,651 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $62,489 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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