At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We're always looking for a way that we can delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading . At Bermex , we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team .
The Water Meter Installer reports to the Smart Meter Deployment Operations Manager at Bermex. This position play s a key role in water meter maintenance and measurement . This position also requires a high degree of walking in outdoor environmental conditions, excellent time management, and exceptional flexibility day to day .
***Salary Transparency: Pay for this role is at $25/hour. ***
Responsibilities
Water Meter Maintenance :
Perform visual inspections of water service for leaks
Identify hazards at meter sites and report accordingly
Properly change out water meters of varying sizes and brands
Properly change out water meter registers for AMI/AMR upgrade
Water Meter Reading :
Read water meters
Enter data collected in the field into a handheld computer
A ssist on additional project s, as necessary
Customer Communication :
Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities
P rovide general information about the meter services to customers, when applicable
Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate
Other duties as assigned.
About You
Requirements
Education: None . M ust be 18 years of age or older
Experience: No experience necessary , e mployees will be trained. Valid d river's license is required
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 1 or more years of experience in the direct exchange of water meters and registers of varying sizes
Your Skills:
Ability to multi-task , and work independently a nd as a team
Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and route scheduling . Must be flexible in times of need, including extended nights and weekends.
Adequate time management skills to finish daily meter reads in a timely manner , figuring out an efficient way to read meters for that day
Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers
Ability to interact 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
Proficient computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Place a high value on safety, quality of work, and operational procedures
B asic knowledge of GIS systems and principles is required
This role would not be a good fit if you:
Do not enjoy working independently
Do not enjoy working in outdoor conditions
Do not enjoy walking long distances
Are not flexible and do not enjoy adapting to your current work schedule or routine
Do not have adequate planning and time management skills to finish a day's work in a timely manner
Drug/Alcohol Testing :
Drug/alcohol testing is required
Drug/alcohol testing required per N on- R egulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric, and meters
Drug/alcohol testing required per Federal DOT r egulations for employees working with gas meters
Benefits
Health and Safety :Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage optionsCompany paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disabilityFlexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company matchCompany paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family membersRetirement :Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no costRoth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company matchPTO Plans (a fter 90 completed days of service for full-time employees ) :Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Wedding DayVeterans Day paid time off for our veteransPaid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY)Perks/AllowancesCompany vehicle (for all driver-based positions)Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable)Company provided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable)B oot allowance from approved vendorsDaily per diem for travel-based positionsWhere We WorkEmployees 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 Equal Employment/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 disabilitHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock options
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