Meter Reader | Marietta, GA

ACRT • Marietta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Meter Reader reads and inspects gas, electric, and/or water meters, typically at customer premises, for regular service bills or special assignments. The role requires independent work, substantial outdoor walking in varied weather, strong time management, and flexibility to adjust daily routes and routines. Compensation uses a hybrid pay scale with a fixed hourly rate and a per-piece rate after training is completed. Employees begin the day at a local office to pick up a company vehicle, equipment, and assignments. Meter readers receive training in meter reading.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One year of experience working in outdoor conditions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to multitask and work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility in daily routines and route scheduling.
• Adequate time-management skills to complete daily meter reads efficiently and on time.
• Good 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 appropriately for weather conditions.
• Pass required drug/alcohol testing. Requirements differ according to work: non-regulatory testing applies to water and electric meter employees, and Federal DOT regulations apply to gas meter employees.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in meter reading.

Responsibilities

• Read meters on a daily or special basis, typically at customer premises for service bills.
• Complete assigned cycle readings within required time frames, assign sequence numbers to new services, and rearrange meter-reading routes as necessary.
• 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.
• Use hand tools and equipment, including screwdrivers, pliers, flashlights, keys, gas detectors, generators, pumps, hand pumps, shovels, and lid handles.
• Use printed materials such as service orders, maps, manuals, and computer printouts.
• Assist with training new meter readers.
• Walk and stand extensively, including walking long distances in varied weather conditions.
• Move objects requiring routinely 10 pounds of force and occasionally up to 50 pounds of force.
• Refer consumer complaints to appropriate authorities.
• Provide customers with 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 Accounts or a 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 for full-time employees after 90 completed days of service.
• Paid holidays for full-time employees after 90 completed days of service.
• Paid wedding day for full-time employees after 90 completed days of service.
• Paid Veterans Day off for veterans after 90 completed days of service.
• Paid sick time for New York-based positions only, after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees.
• 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