Meter Reader | Lawrenceville, GA

ACRT • Lawrenceville, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Bermex, Inc. provides meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations. The Meter Reader reports to the Meter Services Supervisor and reads and inspects gas, electric, and/or water meters, typically at customer premises. The role involves extensive walking outdoors in varied weather, managing time and routes effectively, and adapting to daily changes. Compensation includes a fixed hourly rate and a per-piece rate after training is completed.

Employees start their day at a local office to collect a company vehicle, equipment, and assignments. Employees are trained in meter reading. The position requires drug/alcohol testing; requirements vary according to the type of meter work, including testing under Federal DOT regulations for gas meter work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 1 year of experience working in outdoor conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to multitask and work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility with daily routines and route scheduling.
• Time-management skills to complete daily meter reads on time and plan efficient routes.
• Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with management and customers.
• Ability to interact professionally with unhappy or negative customers.
• Attention to detail for problem solving and finding issues.
• Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions.
• Must complete required drug/alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of meter-reading experience.

Responsibilities

• Read meters daily and on special assignments, typically at customer premises for service bills.
• Complete assigned cycle readings within required time frames, assign sequence numbers to new services, and rearrange reading routes as needed.
• Inspect meters and report damage or apparent malfunctions to the assigned supervisor.
• Evaluate unsafe conditions or clean out meter boxes.
• Use electric, gas, and water meter-reading devices and specified hand tools and equipment.
• Use printed materials such as service orders, maps, manuals, and computer printouts.
• Assist with training new meter readers.
• Walk and stand for much of the workday, including walking long distances in varying weather conditions.
• Move objects requiring routinely 10 pounds of force and occasionally up to 50 pounds of force.
• Refer consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities and provide general information about meter services when applicable.
• Communicate using telephones, tablets, and/or computers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Group health plans, including medical/prescription, dental, vision, and other coverage options.
• Company-paid group life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account option with company match.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program for employees and eligible family members.
• Automatic enrollment at no cost in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, wedding day, and Veterans Day for veterans after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees.
• Paid sick time for New York-based positions only.
• Company vehicle for driver-based positions.
• Gas card for company vehicle, if applicable.
• Company-provided cell phone or mobile allowance, if applicable.
• Boot allowance from approved vendors.
• Daily per diem for travel-based positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED