METER READER I

POSITION TITLE: METER READER I

POSITION ID NUMBER: 7410

DEPARTMENT: ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

REPORTS TO: METER READING SUPERVISOR

BASE PAY RATE: $18.00 PER HOUR/$37,440.00 PER YEAR

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT/HOURLY

KEY WORDS : METER READER, METER READING, DRIVING, WALKING, HANDHELD, AUTOMATIC METER READING

POSITION PROGRESSION BASE PAY RATES:

METER READER I: $18.00 PER HOUR / $37,440.00 YEARLY

METER READER II: $20.33 PER HOUR / $42,286.40 YEARLY

METER READER, SENIOR: $21.60 PER HOUR / $44,928.00 YEARLY

JOB SUMMARY: Applies basic level knowledge to read and record natural gas meters while driving or walking an assigned route for the purpose of recording gas consumption on customers’ premises or business.

Incumbents in this position will be held to the District’s Gold Standard for Customer Service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Conducts Read-Verify checks.

The preceding is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The principal duties and responsibilities enumerated are all essential job functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School plus zero to two years of experience.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTORS:

DRUG TESTING FOR ILLEGAL DRUGS: Employees in this classification will be subject to undergo testing for illegal drugs in accordance with DOT Pipeline Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulation, Title 40 (49 CFR), Part 199*.

BENEFITS:

Okaloosa Gas Districts offers a competitive benefits package, including:

BCBS Medical 100% employer paid for employee, 92% employer paid for family,

BCBS Dental 100% employer paid for employee or family,

BCBS Vision,

Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA),

Life insurance 100% employer paid,

Short Term Disability 100% employer paid,

Long Term Disability 100% employer paid,

Accidental Death and Dismemberment 100% employer paid,

AFLAC supplemental insurance,

Air Ambulance insurance,

Pet insurance,

Vacation Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based for the first 5 years, increases thereafter,

Sick Leave (80 hours per year) accrual based

11 Paid Holidays, includes 2 days for Thanksgiving and 2 days for Christmas

401(a) 8% Employer Defined Contribution Retirement, (employer paid, does not require employee contributions)

457(b) Employee Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Gym reimbursement/incentive up to $50 per month

Health Fair 100% employer paid

Wellness Program w/ incentives

Safety shoe reimbursement up to $150 per year

Uniforms 100% employer paid

Employer Assistance (Counseling) Program

Employee Events - Spring Crawfish Boil, Summer Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Annual Banquet/Holiday Party

and up to $3,500 annual education reimbursement.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 850-729-4700 or careers@okaloosagas.com for assistance.