Meter Reader (Term) - Jobs in Port Hawkesbury, NS

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Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We’re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Meter Reader (6 month term).Accountabilities: As a member of the Meter Services Team, you will be responsible to read meters in various areas, obtain meter check readings and meter reads associated with customer service orders as required, and identify and report suspected power diversion. You are 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 required to fill in for work associated with Meter Reading II if you have all applicable training. You will be required to participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job 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.You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the Environmental Management System processes and initiatives.This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.Skills, Capabilities and Experience: A Grade XII education or equivalent is required. You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver’s abstract satisfactory to NSPI. 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. You must present yourself in a professional manner with appropriate attire and be able to meet the physical challenges of the position.Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift items of 2.2 lbs. from the floor to shoulder height and carry with a light grasp with both hands on an occasional basis
• Perform frequent static reaching from waist level, with occasionally bending, stooping, sitting, and forward flexional movements
• Can walk constantly and stand both static and dynamic on a frequent basis
• Ability to climb a minimal number of stairs while using finger dexterity to hold a handheld computer during the duration of the shift

In accordance with Emera Canada’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Canada Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all new employees hired on or after November 1, 2021 will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means having the number of doses or combination of doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada or local public health agencies in the jurisdiction in which they will be employed. Reports to: Field Supervisor.Form of Application: Complete all required information fields and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: $19.71 per hour (As per the Collective Agreement I.B.E.W. Local 1928)Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than February 15, 2022.Late applications may not receive consideration.Recruitment and Promotion Policy: At Nova Scotia Power we believe that it is powerful when everyone is included.We strongly encourage applications from equity groups who have been historically underrepresented, including members of the visible minority community (especially those from historic African Nova Scotian communities), Indigenous peoples (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with disabilities, and women in non-traditional roles, as well as members of the LGBTQ+ community.If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.Quick Apply

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