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Utility Industry Fundamentals

Los Angeles Trade Technical College

Certificate

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Dates

Since Oct 2011

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Los Angeles, California

    400 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90015-4181

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingService OrientationTime Management

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServicePublic Safety and SecurityEnglish LanguageMathematics

Abilities

Near VisionOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionInformation OrderingPerceptual SpeedTrunk StrengthWritten ComprehensionProblem SensitivityArm-Hand SteadinessControl Precision

Tasks

  • Read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and enter data in route books or hand-held co
  • Upload into office computers all information collected on hand-held computers during meter rounds, o
  • Walk or drive vehicles along established routes to take readings of meter dials.
  • Dig dirt away from meters to take readings.
  • Install new or replace broken meters.

Technology

Billing and invoicing softwareGeographic information systemCharting softwareMap creation softwareData base reporting software

Tools

Automatic meter reading systemsCopy machinesDataloggersDesktop computersDigital multimetersDigital still camerasElectricity consumption metersGarden shovelsGas consumption metersGas powered blowersGas powered pumpsGlobal positioning system GPS devicesGroove joint pliersHigh-power flashlightsLaser facsimile machines

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Working ConditionsIndependenceSupportAchievementRelationshipsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
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Match confidence: medium43-5041.00Meter Readers, Utilitiestitle_inference———
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Daily meter routes — complete assigned electric, gas, water, and steam reading rounds independently within required time windows.
  • Hand-held computer workflows — manage full data collection, review, and office upload processes at end of shift with minimal oversight.
  • Consumption anomalies — verify irregular readings by re-reading the meter and recording probable causes such as leaks or seasonal changes.
  • Meter irregularities and equipment defects — report broken seals, damaged components, or unauthorized connections to the service department using standard forms.
  • Route vehicle operations — drive or walk established utility routes efficiently, adjusting pace to meet daily scheduling requirements.
  • Inaccessible meter situations — independently draft and leave access-arrangement notices and follow up to ensure readings are captured within billing cycles.
  • Service connection and disconnection tasks — perform utility connect and disconnect procedures at designated locations following utility safety guidelines.
  • Geographic information system tools — use GIS-based route software to confirm meter locations and navigate unfamiliar sections of an assigned territory.
  • Customer interactions — respond to resident questions about meter access or reading schedules using clear, professional spoken communication.
  • Field data accuracy — cross-check recorded readings against historical consumption patterns and correct entry errors before uploading to the billing system.

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