Meter Reader II

• As a member of the Meter Services Team, you will be responsible to read and install meters in assigned geographical territories.
• You will carry out connects, disconnects, transfers, meter changes for residential and commercial applications; investigate billing inquiries, and identify and report suspected power diversion.
• As required, you will assist with the reading of meters in various areas of the Territory, obtain meter check readings and meter reads associated with customer service orders.
• You are accountable to communicate with customers in a friendly, professional manner and be able to accurately complete all work assigned in a timely and efficient manner.
• You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• You will be required to participate in regulatory training and on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
• To meet customer demand, you will be required to work between 8:00am and 8:00pm (Monday to Friday) for an average of 40 hours per week.
• You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the Environmental Management System processes and initiatives.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

• A Grade XII education or equivalent is required.
• You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License with a minimum of two years driving experience and provide a driver’s abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
• You will have excellent interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to express yourself clearly and confidently.
• You must be able to work with customers in difficult situations and work under pressure while still maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• You will be able to work with minimum supervision, display excellent knowledge of company rules and regulations, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and work in a safe and efficient manner.
• A working knowledge of computers is an asset.
• You must present yourself in a professional manner with appropriate attire and be able to meet the physical challenges of the position.

• Must be able to lift a range of 5-20lbs. from the floor to above shoulder on a minimal basis.
• Able to carry 20 lbs. with both hands minimally, with the overall ability to carry 8lbs occasionally.
• Able to push and pull with upper and whole body strength on a minimal basis up to 12 lbs.
• Perform frequent static reaching between waist level and shoulder level, along with performing minimal reaching below waist and above shoulder.
• Perform frequent sitting and twisting while in vehicle.
• Perform occasional walking, bending, stooping, forward flexional reaching, and neck flexion and rotation. Perform minimal standing, squatting, climbing, and neck extension and side flexion.
• Ability to perform fine finger manipulation and possess a simple to firm grasp while performing pinching motions.

• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

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