Meter Reader - (Amicalola EMC)

Pike • Jasper, GA

1d

About The Position

The Meter Reader is an entry level position under the
direction of a designated supervisor, performs the reading of residential and
commercial electric, gas, and water meters and interfaces with the general
public on a daily basis.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate accurately and courteously with CDE customers and personnel.
• Ability to understand and promptly and safely carry out oral, visual and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Willing to assist fellow workers when needed.
• Possess eyesight correctable to a level needed to read electric meters and perform detailed paperwork.
• Capable of frequently entering and exiting a vehicle.
• Capable of working outdoors in all weather conditions, including periods of temperature extremes and poor air quality due to pollen or dust occurring in the CDE service area.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of employment and maintain it active during employment.
• Must be insurable for vehicle insurance at the time of employment and during employment.
• Must possess at time of employment or be able to obtain at a time designated by DCE, a valid Red Cross, or equivalent certification of proficiency, in adult, children and infant CPR and First Aid.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Work meter service orders, inspection electrical installations for hazardous conditions that may exist and report any problems to the proper department.
• Work termination orders for nonpayment.
• Procure re-read and unread meter readings for the billing of meter routes.
• Be courteous, presenting an image of professionalism to the customer.
• Serve as a communication link between the customer and CDE.
• Respect the customer’s property.
• Comply with all applicable safety rules and requirements.
• Function effectively during adverse or inclement weather conditions.
• Any other work assigned by a designated supervisor required for the successful performance of work.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in clean, safe working order by daily inspection and routine care.
• Do required paperwork in legible fashion.
• Attend routine training classes and seminars.
• Willing to learn geography for CDE service area as the area develops and expands.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees