Part Time Meter Reader Transitional: Visalia District

About the position

At SoCalGas, we believe that every Californian deserves a resilient energy future. We are working to achieve that future by empowering California to reach its sustainability goals through innovation, collaboration, and decarbonization. As our state’s energy needs change, we will be there providing reliable energy that is clean, safe, and affordable to our 22 million customers. In addition to helping shape the future of hydrogen technology and clean energy, as an employee of SoCalGas you’ll also enjoy an aggressive total compensation plan, multiple upward mobility opportunities, and the ability to find a true work-life balance. We also strive to reflect the communities we serve by attracting top talent and maintaining a diverse workforce. Join SoCalGas today to share in our mission to build the cleanest, safest, and most innovative energy company in America! As a Part-Time Meter Reader Transitional, you will receive a starting salary of $20.15/hour with a pay increase to $25.26/hour after successful completion of formal training. Training is pass or fail. Most shifts start at 6:30 AM, Monday through Friday, and may include some scheduled Saturdays according to an established schedule. This position requires a self-motivated person to meet the strenuous demands of the job, including extensive driving. A Part-Time Meter Reader Transitional uses a company assigned hand-held phone and tools to locate and read meters for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Routes are completed the same day as assigned, according to an established schedule. The role involves locating and safely reading all meters within an assigned meter route, accessing hand-held phone information to ascertain or input meter reads, lifting concrete, steel, or plastic vault covers to access and read meters when necessary, and visually checking meter set assemblies for unusual, hazardous, or otherwise unsafe conditions such as diversion, corrosion, bypasses, or leaks. The position also requires initiating reports of such conditions when follow-up action is appropriate and reporting those conditions that require immediate follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Locate and safely read all meters within an assigned meter route.
• Access hand-held phone information to ascertain or input meter reads, meter numbers, meter locations, and special instructions.
• Lift concrete, steel, or plastic vault covers to access and read meters when necessary.
• Make reasonable efforts to gain and resolve access to meters for safe and accurate reading.
• Visually check meter set assemblies for unusual, hazardous, or unsafe conditions and initiate reports when necessary.
• Contact the general public and customers, both in person and by telephone.

Requirements

• Must have a valid California Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must have a High School diploma, GED, High School Equivalency Certificate or higher level of education completed.
• Must pass a battery assessment test.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, security background check, and motor vehicle reference check.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources/sessions)
• 401K company match & Company provided Pension Plan
• Work/Life Balance including generous PTO
• Wellness Programs/Classes
• Tuition/Education Reimbursement
• Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University