Meter Reader jobs in Rhode Island

Gas Meter Checker Job Description

Do you want to play a crucial role in keeping communities safe and solving problems? Join our team in New England, where we prioritize quality and safety in the utility industry.

As a Gas Meter Checker, your primary responsibility is to inspect gas meters and underground gas lines to detect leaks and corrosion. This involves visually examining the equipment and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed accurately. You'll need to arrive on time for your shifts and report any unusual findings correctly.

These are full time Monday-Friday 7:00 Am to 3:30 Pm positions, with occasional overtime and weekend work. No experience? No problem. We provide paid training with an instructor. You'll start at $23/hour with opportunities to earn up to $24/hour based on your performance. Supervisors can earn between $25-$30/hour.

Benefits

• $500 signing bonus after successfully completing and passing Operator Qualifications Test
• 100% On The Job Paid Training Training time based on knowledge and experience
• Car, Gas, Tolls Allowance or Option for Company Vehicle
• Company phone and industry equipment Advanced technology you can count on
• Comprehensive Insurance Options Offerings Health, Life & Dental Insurance
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Bonus Based on Performance
• Tenure Boots Program Provide $200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary with the company and every year thereafter

Work Remotely No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Physical/Other Requirements

• The ability to stand and walk for long periods of time on varying types of terrain, to bend and stoop, and to lift heavy items is essential.
• Walking between 3 to 4 miles per day on varying types of terrain in all types of weather.
• Once an indication of a leak is found, a 5 pound plunger bar is used to punch holes in the ground so that an instrument probe can be inserted into the ground to measure the concentration of natural gas as part of the investigation procedure. The plunger bar is similar to a fence post driver.
• Ability to use Simple Hand Tools.
• Work well within a group as well as individually.
• Ability to use and understand utility maps.
• Proficient at using technology (smartphone, tablet).
• Must pass a Drug Screen Test, Provide Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record.
• CORI (Criminal Background) Check Required.
• Must pass Operator Qualification Test / Part of Training.
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Travel Requirements

• Travel is primarily locally during the business day although some out of the area travel and overnight may be required from time to time.

Competencies

• Action Oriented / Demonstrates Ability to Take Initiative
• Customer Focused / Customer Oriented
• Makes good Decisions with Quality Problem Solving / Demonstrates Good Judgment
• Results Oriented / Achiever
• Functional / Technical Skills / Technically Competent
• Demonstrates integrity and Trustworthy
• Detail Oriented
• Good at Prioritizing & Communicating
• Time Management Skills