| Job Title |
Utilities Service Investigator |
| Job Description |
Investigates Reports Of Meter Readers (utilities; Waterworks)
Concerning Evidence Of Tampering With Watt-hour Meters And
Related Wiring Which Interferes With Correct Metering Of
Electric Current Consumed: Requests Permission Of Customer To
Examine Meter. Examines Meter For Evidence Of Tampering.
Examines Wiring Connecting Meter To Outside Power Lines And
Building Circuits. Removes Unauthorized Wires Or Devices
Illegally Installed To Bypass Current Past Meter, Or To Obstruct
Normal Meter Function. Turns On Bulb Of Known Wattage And
Observes Movement Of Meter Disk, Determining Accuracy Of Disk
Rotation In Relation To Current Consumed By Bulb. Replaces Blown
Fuses And Repairs Minor Defects, Such As Loose Wiring
Connections Or Insulators. Removes Meters Showing Evidence Of
Tampering And Informs Customer Of Discontinuance Of Service,
Pending Settlement With Company. Compiles Inspection Report,
Confirming Or Denying Suspected Tampering, And Reports Needed
Major Repairs. May Serve Court Summons And Testify In Court As
Company Witness During Criminal Prosecution.
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