Meter Reader Technician Jennings, LA

What you will do:

The Meter Reader Technician collects meter reading data from residential and commercial electric meters throughout the Jennings LA service area using a data-driven vehicle-based collection system. This is primarily a driving position with occasional on-site visual reads and meter exchanges. The role requires strong attention to detail safety awareness and the ability to meet daily production goals in a fast-paced field environment. On-the-job training is provided no prior utility experience is required.

Position Details

• Location: Jennings LA (onsite)

• Type: Full time

• Schedule: M-F 1st shift

• Pay: $18.50 per hour

Main Duties

• Read meters and enter readings into handheld computers

• Diagnose install and troubleshoot electric meter services as needed

• Drive extensively throughout Jennings LA and surrounding areas to collect meter reads

• Upload daily reads to the utilitys server for metering and billing processes

• Meet strict deadlines for completing meter reading and repair routes

• Walk to meters across all types of terrain and work in all weather conditions

• Follow all safety and operational procedures per company and client policies

• Provide professional and courteous customer communication

• Maintain accurate digital documentation of completed work

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid unexpired drivers license

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Proficient in using technology (handheld devices computers and software)

• Prior meter reading or exchange experience is helpful but not required

• Strong commitment to safety and customer service experience

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and walking several miles per day

Work Environment

This is an outdoor field-based driving position. Employees should be aware of local wildlife and animals and be prepared for extensive travel across varied terrain each day.

Full Benefits Package Includes

• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development & Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Stable Year-Round Work

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex race color religion national origin age marital status political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment please email . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

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