Experiencd Meter Rdr-Non-union

Asplundh Careers; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Sponsored Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Meter Reader - Entry-Level to gather data from utility meters and enter it into our database. This full-time position requires commitment to customer service and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Starting pay is competitive at $16.00 per hour, with benefits including a retirement plan, health insurance, and vacation time. The role also demands strong directional skills and proficiency with PC systems.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk over 6 miles per day in all weather conditions.
• Strong attendance and timeliness history required.
• Self-motivated with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily meter reading assignments accurately.
• Demonstrate safe work practices.
• Troubleshoot and employ critical thinking daily.

Skills

Meter Reading

Customer Service

Critical Thinking

PC Proficiency

Directional Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld Devices

GPS

Job description

Description

Meter Reader - Entry-Level

This position gathers information from commercial utility meters to determine the gas or electricity usage amount and is responsible for entering this information into the company's database for an accurate cost of consumption.

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive, Hourly Starting at $16.00

Benefits:

• Company-Sponsored Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurance
• Vacation Time

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Complete daily meter reading assignments in a timely and accurate manner
• Demonstrates safe, high-quality work practices.
• Commitment to customer service - responding to the needs of internal and external customers.
• Troubleshoot and employ critical thinking daily.
• Completes all work assigned promptly according to schedule. Ability to work outside in all weather conditions. This is an outdoor position
• Completes all tracking documents (electronic and paper)
• Sets appropriate priorities and works under scheduled time requirements and high meter reading accuracy.
• Identifies and reports all conditions that prohibit the reading of meters &/or hazardous conditions to management.
• Know the written safety rules and procedures and adhere to them.
• Day Shift hours Monday through Friday. Some Overtime and Saturdays are required.
• We are a Drug-Free Workplace; Employees at all levels are subject to pre-employment as well as random drug screens throughout the project. Must be able to pass a post-offer drug screen.
• We are committed to attaining only the highest quality employees: Stringent Driving History and Driving Experience Requirements. All staff is subject to pre-employment and periodic background checks to verify clean driving records.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Meter Reading experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to walk over 6 miles per day in all weather conditions.
• Must have a good attendance and timeliness history at the current position.
• Ability to comprehend new hand-held/tablet technology.
• Strong Directional Skills: Ability to read and understand maps via GPS instruments and websites
• Competent in the use of PC systems to include handheld devices
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with little supervision.

Education & Experience:

• Must be 18 years or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

Pre-Screen:

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License & Certifications:

• Driver License Required.

Physical Requirements:

• RARE (less than 10%): crawling, climbing poles, lifting 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., color vision, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting over 50 lbs.
• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): sitting, kneeling, body-twisting, gripping, reading, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, lifting up to 10 lbs.
• FREQUENT (up to 66%): standing, walking, stooping, squatting, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distance, climbing on/off a truck, reaching, range of motion, hearing-speech range, depth perception
• CONTINUOUS (up to 100%): sense of touch, seeing

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.