Meter Reader Ii - Coldbrook, Canada - Nova Scotia Power Inc.

Nova Scotia Power Inc.

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Coldbrook, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:
Meter Reader II

Company, Department:
Nova Scotia Power - Meter, Inspection and Planning Services

Location:
Coldbrook, NS

Type of Employment:
Regular, Full Time

Closing Date:
June 2, 2023

Reference Number: 11376

At Nova Scotia Power, we're committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive.

We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system—for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers.

Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia.

It's why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging—at work, and in our communities.

Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

We are currently looking for a
Meter Reader II to join our Meter Services Team in a permanent position.

Accountabilities:

Reporting to the Field Supervisor, you will:

Be responsible to read and install meters in assigned geographical territories.
As required, assist with the reading of meters in various areas of the your territory, obtain meter check readings and meter reads associated with customer service orders.
Be accountable to communicate with customers in a friendly, professional manner and be able to accurately complete all work assigned in a timely and efficient manner.
You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
Be required to participate in regulatory training and onthejob training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
To meet customer demand, you will be required to work between 8:00am and 8:00pm (Monday to Friday) for an average of 40 hours per week.
Be responsible for personal safety and that of coworkers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
Be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the Environmental Management System processes and initiatives.

What skills will make you successful?
You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

A Grade XII education or equivalent is required.
You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of two years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
You will have excellent interpersonal and listening skills and the ability to express yourself clearly and confidently.
You must be able to work with customers in difficult situations and work under pressure while still maintaining a high standard of customer service.
You will be able to work with minimum supervision, display excellent knowledge of company rules and regulations, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and work in a safe and efficient manner.
A working knowledge of computers is an asset.
You must present yourself in a professional manner with appropriate attire and be able to meet the physical challenges of the position.

Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

Must be able to lift a range of 520lbs. from the floor to above shoulder on a mínimal basis.
Able to carry 20 lbs. with both hands mínimally, with the overall ability to carry 8lbs occasionally.
Able to push and pull with upper and whole body strength on a mínimal basis up to 12 lbs.
Perform frequent static reaching between waist level and shoulder level, along with performing mínimal reaching below waist and above shoulder.
Perform frequent sitting and twisting while in vehicle.
Perform occasional walking, bending, stooping, forward flexional reaching, and neck flexion and rotation.
Perform mínimal standing, squatting, climbing, and neck extension and side flexion.
Ability to perform fine finger manipulation and possess a simple to firm grasp while performing pinching motions.

Why join our team?
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Health & Wellbeing**: A comprehensive benefits plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
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Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
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Community Engagement & Care:Corporate investments in the places where our people live a