Meter Service Representative
Northampton, MA, US, 01060
Pay: $22.84
Location: Northampton, MA
Key Accountabilities
· All meter reading activities EMR, AMR, skips/erts/special reads, verify meter numbers and information, MV90/Dap reads, etc.
· Upload/Download meter reading data as required.
· Shut off meters as trained and qualified
· Field collection activity.
· Install/Remove/Cut security locks and/or rings as needed to complete field work assigned.
· General shop work (e.g. Housekeeping, junking, shipping, deliveries/pickups, etc.)
· Assist in 2-person assignments as needed.
· Driving is a significant portion of the workday.
· Wire down appraisal
· May be required to handle substances considered hazardous under the U.S. Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Law or the Massachusetts Right to Know Law.
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- · Capable of learning fundamental electricity and meter wiring.
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
- · The physical ability to walk long distances and climb stairs without undue fatigue.
- · Suitable personality and appearance for customer contact is necessary.
- · Retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License which does not restrict driving as to type of transmission or hours of operation.
- · Ability to safely operate Company vehicles, tools and equipment as required.
- · Successful applicant must have passed the FAT or equivalent
- · Ability to respond to emergency situations and work extended hours as needed.
More Information
Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.
Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.
National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.
National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
Nearest Major Market: Springfield MA