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UGI Corporation; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UGI Utilities, Inc is seeking a Meter Reader to cover residential and commercial routes, reading meters and documenting readings with handheld devices. The role includes interacting with customers to gain access and answer questions while performing routine meter inspections and collections work.

A company vehicle is provided. Applicants must have a High School Diploma, a PA driver’s license, valid safety and mechanical basics, and pass pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical.
• Valid PA Driver’s License required.
• Ability to walk and drive routes daily in all weather.
• Ability to read maps and service records.

Responsibilities

• Reading meters and recording readings using handheld computers.
• Complete routine meter work and inspections.
• Perform collections, CWIPs, rereads, and many other miscellaneous orders, etc.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Safe driving

Reading maps

Customer service

Handheld computer use

Education

High School Diploma

PA Driver’s License

Basic mechanical experience

Tools

Handheld computers

Job description

At UGI Utilities, Inc. we believe in providing a superior range of energy products and services to our customers in a safe, affordable manner. As our energy needs evolve, UGI will be there providing safe and reliable service that brings warmth and comfort to our 750,000 customers in 45 counties in Pennsylvania and 1 county in Maryland.

We strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting and retaining top talent, while maintaining a diverse workforce that embraces our culture of safety, service, and integrity. As an employee of UGI Utilities, you can expect a competitive total compensation plan and comprehensive benefits. Employees work in a collaborative environment, have upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to enjoy a true work life balance.

Job Summary

Utility B is responsible for reading residential and commercial gas meters and recording readings using handheld computers via walking and mobile routes. Meter readers also interact with customers to gain access to premises and answer questions as required while completing routine meter inspections and performing collections work. Company vehicle is provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reading residential and commercial meters and recording readings using handheld computers via walking and mobile routes.
• Complete routine meter work and inspections.
• Perform collections, CWIPs, Rereads, and many other miscellaneous orders, etc.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and physical.
• Safe Driving History (confirmed by driver’s record check) – recent and/or multiple driving violations may disqualify a candidate from employment.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license during course of employment.
• Must be able to follow all Company safety policies and procedures and protect Company assets.
• Ability to work effectively with supervision, fellow employees, customers, and public.
• Must be able to complete walking and/or driving routes daily in all weather conditions.
• Ability to effectively read maps, service records, etc.
• Ability to use general hand tools.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma
• Valid PA Driver’s License
• Basic mechanical experience

UGI Utilities, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with UGI policies.

As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, UGI cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician. Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.

Nearest Major Market: Scranton
Nearest Secondary Market: Wilkes Barre