Field Service Representative

Peace River Electric Cooperative; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Peace River Electric Cooperative in Florida seeks a field technician to manage meter reads and service orders. The role involves outdoor work, reading meters, and customer contact across residential and commercial properties.

The position requires a valid Florida driver’s license, ability to work independently, and basic computer skills. Overtime and after-hours reconnections may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years related experience preferred.
• Valid Florida Driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and outdoors.
• Strong communication and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Works orders for turn on, turn off, reconnect, change in service, and other meter-related service orders in the field.
• Distributes late notices, collects non-pay accounts, and collects returned checks.
• Checks for unauthorized usage and assists law enforcement as needed.
• Attends court proceedings when necessary.
• Replaces meter seals for commercial and residential customers.
• Communicates with consumers in the field about past-due statements and usage.
• Replaces broken or stopped meters for customers.
• Reports safety hazards or faulty equipment in the field.
• Verifies meter readings and assists in resolving discrepancies.
• Reads meters and documents billing information for audits.
• Acts as courier for business-related duties.
• Available for after-hours meter reconnections.
• Maintains confidentiality of consumer information.

Skills

Meter reading

Field work

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Meter reading equipment

Cell phone/computer usage

Job description

Career Opportunities with Peace River Electric Cooperative

Careers At Peace River Electric Cooperative

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Processes meter turn-ons, turn-offs, and reconnects for members and performs other meter-related work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is not intended to cover each aspect of the position, as the scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the business needs. The basic requirement of every position is to perform all tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Works orders for turn on, turn off, reconnect, change in service, and other meter-related service orders in the field.
• Distributes late notices, collects non-pay accounts, and collects returned checks.
• Checks for unauthorized usage and assists law enforcement by filing complaints and providing vital information necessary for successful prosecution.
• Attends court proceedings when necessary.
• Replaces commercial and residential consumer meter seals.
• Communicates with consumers in the field concerning the collection of past-due statements and unauthorized usage.
• Replaces broken or stopped commercial and residential consumer meters.
• Reports any safety hazards or faulty equipment found in the field.
• Verifies questionable meter readings and assists the CIS department in resolving meter discrepancies.
• Reads meters and verifies and documents related service and billing information for system audits and other purposes.
• Acts as courier when needed for business-related duties.
• Will be available for after-hours calls to reconnect meters.
• Maintain confidentially of all consumer information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Florida Driver's license

Other Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to work independently without direct supervision
• Overtime may be required.
• Keyboarding skills required. Must be able to troubleshoot minor problems in the field.
• Ability to enter and retrieve data via computer with speed and accuracy.
• Internet and email experience required.
• Ability to handle irate consumers in the field with sensitivity and good judgment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works outdoors in all weather conditions with great physical exertion. The employee may encounter slippery surfaces, vehicular traffic, unfriendly pets, hostile members, and physical barriers such as uneven terrain or fences. The employee must constantly walk to visually inspect and read meters. The employee must travel by vehicle to customers' locations, often entering, exiting, and backing up the vehicle many times a day. Twisting, kneeling, climbing, balancing, and bending are regularly required. Communication via two-way radio and/or telephone is required daily. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

External Contacts

Members: To provide friendly, courteous, and accurate service