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Citizens Energy Group
Utility Helper
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Meter Reader works for a utility company to check meters that record the water, electricity or natural gas used by residential and commercial customers.
$48,712 / year median in Indiana
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Overview We have multiple opportunities for candidates to start as a Utility Helper and advance to other roles! The successful candidate under indirect supervision, and on assigned shifts, will perform any of the following basic water and gas functions; off orders or cathodic protection reads or ERT installations or meter verifications or meter paints. You could work with other utility personnel as part of a crew. Citizens Energy Group offers competitive salary and great benefits including: Health, Dental & Vision Defined Benefit Pension Plan 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP) Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution Wellness Program Adoption and tuition assistance Employee Credit Union Vacation and Paid Holidays If you are looking for a new opportunity, we invite you to apply and talk about the possibilities of starting a rewarding new chapter of your career. This is a union position and a member of the Local #1400 IBEW. Hourly rate is $29.95 per hour. Work Schedule - Various work schedules with some overtime Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Receives and processes orders via CAD Performs water and gas off orders Performs "basic" water and gas functions (i.e. meter verifications, ERTs, paints, removals (water) Reports irregularities and abnormal conditions that arise in the course of the work (gas and water) Performs the necessary paperwork in connection with assigned duties Maintains proper truck inventory Operates a truck in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with the Utility's safety policies and practices, and with local and state laws and regulations Performs other duties as required Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED Must have and maintain a valid Indiana driver's license Must be capable of receiving orders and instructions (both verbally and via CAD system) and conversing on two-way radio equipment. Must be able to analyze and interpret maps, work orders, specifications, and sketches in office and field settings. Must achieve a score of 98% on the Meter Pro Meter reading testing software (must read 98 out of 100 meters correct in a non-timed test) or pass an equivalent test for meter reading accuracy. Must be thorough and accurate, have the ability to conduct investigations, and be able to make complete and detailed reports, both oral and written, on findings. Completion of required OQ qualifications Must pass and participate in the random Drug & Alcohol program in accordance with Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administrative (PHMSA) Regulations 49 CFR Part 199 (PHMSA drug and alcohol testing regulation) and 49 CFR Part 40 (DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations). Must have a safe driving record including no history of serious traffic violations, accidents, suspensions/revocations, or DUI/DWI convictions within the last three years