Job Title- Meter Reader
Location- Moore, OK 73160
Duration- 12 months
Shift-  Mon-Fri 8 AM - 5 PM (Onsite)

• Walks or drives over established route and operates automated meter-reading equipment or manually reads meter and records volume used.  May climb ladders to read meters.
• Inspects meters and connections for damage, defects and unauthorised connections.  Supplies meter repair and maintenance with the necessary information needed to fix damaged meters. 
• Verifies readings if requested to locate abnormal consumption and records reasons for fluctuations.  Indicates irregularities and requests action by the service department when necessary.
• Moves water meter lids when they become stuck and overcomes normal physical obstacles when they prevent access to the meters.  Cleans out flooded and buried meters. 
• Turns service off for non-payment of charges or on for new occupants.
• Operates vehicles and mobile equipment tasks in conjunction with meter reading duties.  Washes and cleans vehicles as required.  Performs clean-up and housekeeping tasks for the work area, tools and equipment.
• SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES (INTERMITTENT, ON AN OCCASIONAL BASIS, ETC.)
• May assist in other areas as directed. 

Work Environment: 

• Spends 100% of time in operations or outdoor environment under all temperatures and climatic conditions.  
• Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.
• Possible Work Hazards: 
• May be exposed to possible hazards including traffic, noise, high pressure, hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces and water and electrical hazards. 
• Frequent exposure to insects, reptiles and animals along a route.

Physical Demands: 

• Amount of time spent – Bending 10%, Walking 70%, standing 5% and sitting 15%.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  
• The employee is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.  
• They may work on ladders, catwalks, and supports at heights of 10 feet above the ground.  
• Body movements require working with arms extended above and below the head and from the body up to 10 minutes, while using hand tools weighing up to 10 pounds.  
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 - 60 pounds in standing and bending positions and carry while walking distances of 10 feet.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision (for driving) and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions).  
• Ability to perform basic math.
• At least one year of experience in a related position preferred with working knowledge of the standard practices, common tools, materials, occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Must be able to learn automatic meter reading systems and have the ability to safely use trade tools and equipment to inspect, maintain or install meters.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.

 

About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
 
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
 
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LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer. 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $16.50/hr.