Meter Reader II - Jobs in Stellarton, NS

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Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety and our customers, we’re committed to providing exceptional electricity service to Nova Scotians and rewarding careers for 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 II, based out of our Stellarton Depot.Accountabilities: As a member of the Meter Services Team, you will be responsible to read and install meters in assigned geographical territories. You will carry out connects, disconnects, transfers, meter changes for residential and commercial applications; investigate billing inquiries, complete meter maintenance, and identify and report suspected power diversion. In addition, you will carry out the reading of meters in accordance with the meter reading schedule in various areas of the region, obtain meter check readings and meter reads associated with customer service orders. 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 temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.You will be required to participate in regulatory training and on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.You will be responsible for 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 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. Experience with the scheduling software G4,Microsoft applications (Outlook, word and excel ), SharePoint and knowledge of CIS is considered an asset. 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.Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift a range of 5-20lbs. from the floor to above shoulder on a minimal basis.
• Able to carry 20 lbs. with both hands minimally, with the overall ability to carry 8lbs occasionally.
• Able to push and pull with upper and whole-body strength on a minimal basis up to 12 lbs.
• Perform frequent static reaching between waist level and shoulder level, along with performing minimal 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 minimal 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.

Reports to: Field SupervisorForm of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: $26.70 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than July 19, 2022.Late applications may not receive consideration.Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.In accordance with Emera’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means 14 days since 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.At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the on-line application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.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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