Gas Meter Reader

Job Description

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME VIA INDEED, but you will also be required to complete the TMD application at www.texasmeter.com if selected for employment.

Texas Meter & Device is hiring for a full-time meter reader (gas) in the North Texas area. The service area is north central and north east of the DFW metroplex. Service area includes many of these areas: Flower Mound, The Colony, Frisco, Prosper, Corinth, Allen, and others.

Training will start at our facility in Irving, TX, but then readers will have to report to our facility in Corinth, TX at the beginning and end of each day.

Readers on this project are considered full time; however, currently, readers on the project are averaging 4-6 hours per day to complete their assigned routes (average as sometimes it is shorter and sometimes it is longer). So it is full-time pay and benefits while working 25-30 hours/week usually - Don't let this opportunity pass you by!

Under the general direction of the Project/Field Supervisor, the Meter Reader will be reading residential and commercial gas meters.

Responsibilities include:

- Will read residential class and commercial class gas meters

- Use a hand held device provided by the company to record accurate read information

- Maintain accurate records of work completed

- Oversee any materials, uniforms, equipment, vehicle and tools required to complete the work

- Be punctual and dependable to a set work schedule

- Recording of subsequent information in the field as required

- Coordinate scheduling and meets quality / quantity requirements

- Provide for excellence in internal and external customer service by creating a positive experience for customers, end users and communities through professional and courteous behavior and producing high quality results

- Demonstrate, at all times, safety in all aspects of the work including driving, parking, accessing customer property, and adherence to all TMD safety standards and operating procedures

- Other duties and tasks as assigned or necessary

Requirements:

- Mechanical aptitude is necessary

- Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from Corinth, TX as there is no per diem nor relocation allowance associated with this position

- Ability to use hand held device and other equipment as required for the position

- Ability to work with minimal supervision

- Ability to stand on feet, bend or stoop for a prolonged period of time. The work is performed outdoors and through inclement weather as necessary

- Ability to carry out duties in a safe and efficient manner

- Stable Multi-year Work History

- Clear criminal history

- Attention to Detail

- Dependability

- Previous meter reading experience preferred but not required

- Good Communication Skills (speaking, reading and writing)

- Must have a valid driver's license and excellent driving record

- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have a minimum of 3 years of personal or professional driving experience due to insurance requirements

- Must have own personal Smart phone

- Ability to safely operate a company vehicle

- Additional Requirements: Background check clearance including drug screening and I-9 documentation as required by law

Shift and Pay Info:

After training, pay is piece rate and technicians on this project are currently averaging $28/hr or more.

Training wage is $18/hr and training generally lasts 2-5 days at most.

Monday – Friday, with Saturday work REQUIRED at times based on project needs.

Work hours are generally between the hours of 6:30am - 4pm (no more than an 8 hour shift during this time frame). Currently, readers on this project are averaging 4-6 hours per day to complete their assigned routes.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME VIA INDEED, but you will also be required to complete the TMD application at www.texasmeter.com if selected for employment.

Texas Meter & Device Company (TMD) has been in continuous operations since 1937 and is the leading supplier of metering services to the utility industry in Texas and other states. TMD is headquartered in Waco, Texas, has approximately 220 employees and is 100% focused on metering related products and services.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

- Are you at least 21 years of age as required for insurance purposes?

- Do you have a minimum of 3 years personal or professional driving experience?

- Tell us about your mechanical aptitude or skills.

Experience:

- meter reader: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

- Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person