Meter Reader | Marietta, GA

Meter Reader | Marietta, GA at Bermex

About the Team

At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships and always look for ways to delight our customers by going the extra mile. We offer expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software services, and water, gas, and electric meter reading. We are looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to join our team.

About

the Role

The Meter Reader reports to the Meter Services Supervisor. This position plays a key role in reading and inspecting gas, electric, and water meters. The job requires extensive walking outdoors, excellent time management, and exceptional flexibility day‑to‑day.

What You’ll Do

• Read meters daily or on a special basis, typically at customer premises, and collect service bills.
• Complete cycle readings, assign sequence numbers to new services, and rearrange meter reading routes as necessary.
• Inspect meters and report damage or malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Identify unsafe conditions and clean out meter boxes.
• Use electric, gas, and water meter reading devices, hand tools, and printed materials such as service orders, maps, manuals, and computer printouts.
• Assist in training new meter readers.

Reading in Various Environmental Conditions

• Walk and stand for most of the workday, often for long distances (up to 20 miles per day).
• Work in various weather conditions, including rain, sleet, hail, snow, extreme heat or cold.
• Move objects routinely up to 10 lbs of force, occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Customer Communication

• Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities.
• Provide general information about meter services to customers when applicable.
• Use telephones, tablets, and computers to communicate with customers and supervisors.

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned.

About You Must Haves

• Some high school education; age 18 or older.
• Valid driver’s license.
• No prior experience required—employees will be trained.

Nice to Haves

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in meter reading or outdoor work.

Key Skills

• Ability to multitask and work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and route scheduling.
• Time‑management skills to complete daily meter reads efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with management and customers.
• Professional handling of unhappy or negative customers.
• Attention to detail for problem solving and finding.
• Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions.

Drug/Alcohol Testing

• Drug/alcohol testing is required.
• Required per Non‑Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric, and meters.
• Required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters.

Benefits

• Health and Safety: group health plans, group life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement: automatic enrollment in ESOP, 401(k) with company match.
• PTO:
  Paid vacation, holidays, wedding day, veterans days, sick time (NY based positions).
• Perks: company vehicle, gas card, cell phone allowance, boot allowance, travel per diem.

Work Schedule

Employees will begin the day at the local office to pick up vehicle, equipment, and assignments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. For accommodation requests, please contact

Employment Details

• Senior Level: Entry level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Utilities
• Salary Range: $17.00 per hour plus Productivity Incentive Plan

How to Apply

Apply through Bermex’s careers page or contact  for additional information.

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