Meter Reader | Lewis Center, OH (DOT)

About The Team  

AtBermex, we put value on ourcustomer relationships.We’re always looking for a way that we can delight ourcustomers by going the extra mile.Bermexoffers expertmeter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, includingleak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading. AtBermex,we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team.   

About the Role 

The Meter Reader DOT reports to the Meter Services Supervisor at Bermex. This position plays a key role in reading and inspecting gas, electric, and/or water meters.This positionalsorequires a high degree of walking in outdoor environmental conditions, excellent time management, and exceptional flexibility day to day. This is a DOT regulated position, which may requireadditional background checks. 

***Significant amount of walking(14+ miles/day) is involved. There is also a lot of driving. Good navigation skills, no attendance issues, and self-motivation are required for success. The position is outdoors all year.***

WhatYou’ll Do 

Meter Reading: 

• Read meters on a daily and/or special basis, typically on a customer’s premises forservice bills 

• Carryout assigned duties in the requiredtime frame for cycle readings, assign sequence numbers to new services, andrearrange meter readingroutes as necessary. 

• Inspect meters and report damage orapparent malfunctionsto assigned supervisor 

• Evaluate unsafe conditions orclean out meter boxes 

• Use electric, gas, water meter reading devices 

• Use hand tools such as a screwdriver, pliers, flashlights, keys, gas detectors, generators, pumps, hand pumps, shovels, lid handles, etc. 

• Use printed materials such as service orders, maps, manuals, and computer printouts 

• Mayassist with training of new meter readers 

Read MetersinVariousEnvironmental Conditions: 

• Extensively walk and standfor much of the workday 

• Walkfor long distances (occasionally up to 20 miles per day) in various weather conditions (rain, sleet, hail, snow, extreme heat or cold, etc.) 

• Exert physical force moving objects (routinely10lbs of force, up to an occasional 50lbs of force) 

Customer Communication: 

• Refer all consumer complaints to theappropriate authorities 

• Provide general informationabout the meter services to customers, when applicable 

• Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate 

Other duties as assigned. 

About You 

Must Haves: 

• Education:None. Must be 18 years or older 

• Experience:No experience necessary, employees will be trained.Upon hire, the candidate will need to complete and pass all Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training.Mustpossess a valid driver’s license 

Nice to Have: 

• Education:High School Diploma orGED 

• Experience:Experience in meter reading orworking in outdoor conditions;1 year of continuous work with the same employer, and/or 6 or more months working outdoors 

Your Skills: 

• Ability to multi-task, and work independently andas a team 

• Exceptional flexibility indaily routines and route scheduling  

• Adequate time management skills to finish daily meter readsin a timely manner, figuring out an efficient way to read meters for that day 

• Excellent communication skills, comfortable interactingwithmanagement and customers 

• Ability tointeract with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner 

• Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding 

• Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions, accordingly  

This role would not be a good fit if you: 

• Do notenjoy working independently 

• Do not enjoy working in outdoor conditions 

• Do notenjoy walking long distances 

• Are not flexible and do not enjoyadapting to your current work schedule or routine 

• Do not have adequate planning and time management skills to finish adays workin a timely manner 

Drug/Alcohol Testing: 

• Drug/alcohol testing isrequired 

• Drug/alcohol testingrequired perNon-Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric, and meters 

• Drug/alcohol testingrequired per Federal DOTregulations for employees working with gas meters 

Benefits 

Health and Safety: 

• Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options 

• Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance,short and long term disability 

• Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company match 

• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members 

Retirement: 

• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost 

• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match  

PTO Plans (after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees): 

• Paid Vacation 

• Paid Holidays 

• Paid Wedding Day 

• Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans 

• Paid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY) 

Perks/Allowances: 

• Company vehicle (for all driver-based positions) 

• Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable) 

• Companyprovided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable)  

• Boot allowance from approved vendors  

• Daily per diem for travel-based positions  

Where We Work  

Employees will begin their day at the local office where they will pick up their company vehicle, equipment, and assignments for the day.

We are an EqualEmployment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email athr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: ACRT, Inc.