Meter Reader

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In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?Primary Purpose:

 

To read kilowatt hour and kilowatt demand meters on customers' premises and record meter registrations on utility billing cards, meter reading sheets, or check reading tickets. To report specified defects and irregular conditions in metering equipment. To detect evidence in meter tampering.

Primary Duties:

 

• Reading residential, commercial and industrial meters and recording the meter registrations; reporting defects and irregular conditions in metering equipment
• Reporting defects and irregular conditions in metering equipment
• Reporting changes in meter locations
• Resetting demand meters and sealing meters and metering equipment
• Detecting and reporting evidence of meter tampering
• Interviewing customers to arrange for regular meter readings
• Good written and verbal communication skills are required to interact with customers

Job Scope:

 

• There is a strict attendance and tardiness policy
• Meter Readers receive one week of paid training to occur in the day or evening, as assigned.
• Employees begin their employment in reporting locations determined by ComEd. ComEd reserves the right to adjust or change according to business needs. Please note this is the main requisition and work locations can be assigned within: Chicago, North Suburbs, West Suburbs and South Suburbs across the entire ComEd territory with most of the anticipated openings to be in Chicago.

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• All candidates must pass all pre-employment testing prior to being considered as a candidate
• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record is required and verified via background check
• MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL: Candidates must successfully meet required screening and selection standards, where applicable, including a screening examination, interviews, work record review, and medical record review.
• Must be able to walk long distances (3 to 7 miles per day) and stand for a considerable amount of time every workday; ascend and descend ladders, ramps, walkways and stairs to reach meters wherever they are located which may include basements and attics
• Must be able to work outdoors in wind, rain, sleet, cold, heat, snow, etc.; work in rural and urban areas and harsh surroundings including street activity, contact with insects and rodents and is exposed to attack from dogs
• Safety is a priority and training will be provided

Preferred Qualifications: PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Benefits: Benefits

• Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $26.77/Hr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.