Meter Reader - Erie, PA

National Fuel is currently seeking a Meter Reader for an outstanding career opportunity in the Operations department of our Erie Service Center located at 225 Wayne St. Erie, PA 16507. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately and efficiently read residential and commercial gas meters
• Manually input meter readings in a handheld computer device
• Work outdoors extensively in all types of weather and walk for long distances
• Handle customer inquiries and perform collection work
• Identify and report meter irregularities and report safety hazards
• Work in potentially hazardous environments such as dark basements, roof tops or industrial facilities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• The ability to drive a small company truck or van
• Basic literacy is required. Ability to read, accurately interpret and analyze written information, and legibly prepare written documentation
• Available to work a flexible schedule Monday - Saturday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Self-motivated, proven track record of good attendance and committed to workplace safety
• Good communication, customer service and computer/data entry skills
• Mechanical ability
• Prior experience operating a mini excavator
• Prior plumbing and heating experience

ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:

National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a position within the Company’s collective bargaining unit with an hourly rate of pay of $17.34 plus daily incentive pay based on the number of meters read.

National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Paid Sick Time
• Dental Coverage
• Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Company Funded Retirement Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Vacation
• Charitable Giving Programs
• Paid Company Holidays

HOW TO APPLY:

The successful candidate will be required to pass a DOT mandated drug test, as well as participate in random drug testing. The DOT maintains a list of banned substances which includes medicinal or recreational marijuana. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) by April 22, 2024. Attachments with a .docm extension will not be accepted.

Please reference position #24-017PA – Erie Meter Reader in the subject line of your email.

National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That’s why we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment.

We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.34 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road