Atmospheric Corrosion Tech | Columbus, OH (DOT)

Inspect Meters: 

• Inspect gas meters and associated piping for proper coatings and evidence of atmospheric corrosion   

• Follow strict utility, state and federal guidelines for inspection and reporting of corrosion, gas leaks and other unsafe conditions   

• Collect data using handheld computer or other collection device  

• Follow safety, quality and operational procedures  

• Complete assigned routes and work orders on the assigned date  

• Inspect meters in various environmental conditions  

• Inspect gas meters by walking from site to site  

• Extensively walk and stand for much of the workday  

• Walk for long distances (occasionally up to 10 miles per day) in various weather conditions (rain, sleet, hail, snow, extreme heat or cold, etc.)  

• Exert physical force moving objects (routinely 10 lbs of force, up to an occasional 50lbs of force)  

 Customer & Team Communication:  

• Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities  

• May provide general information about the meter services to customers, when applicable  

• Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate  

• Participate in safety meetings  

• Provide timely reports and documentation to management per procedures  

• Show courtesy and professionalism when dealing with customers and other employees  

Other duties as assigned. 

About You  

Must haves:  

• Education: Education: None. Must be at least 18 years of age   

• Experience: No experience necessary, employees will be trained. Must possess a valid driver’s license  

Nice to haves:  

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.   

• Experience: 1 or more years of experience in meter reading, 1 or more years of continuous work experience with the same employer and/or 6 or more months working in an outdoor environment

Your Skills:  

• Ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team  

• Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and route scheduling   

• Adequate time management skills to finish daily meter reads in a timely manner, figuring out an efficient way to read meters for that day  

• Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers  

• Ability to interact with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner  

• Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding  

• Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions, accordingly   

This role would not be a good fit if you:  

• Do not enjoy working independently  

• Do not enjoy working in outdoor conditions  

• Do not enjoy walking long distances  

• Are not flexible and do not enjoy adapting to your current work schedule or routine  

• Do not have adequate planning and time management skills to finish a days work in a timely manner  

Drug/Alcohol Testing: 

• Drug/alcohol testing is required 

• Drug/alcohol testing required per Non-Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric or meters 

• Drug/Alcohol testing required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters 

Benefits  

Health and Safety:  

• Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options  

• Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability  

• Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company match  

• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members  

Retirement:  

• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost  

• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match   

PTO Plans (after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees):  

• Paid Vacation  

• Paid Holidays  

• Paid Wedding Day  

• Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans  

• Paid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY)  

Perks/Allowances:  

• Company vehicle (for all driver-based positions)  

• Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable)  

• Company provided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable)   

• Boot allowance from approved vendors   

• Daily per diem for travel-based positions   

Where We Work   

Employees may begin their day at the local office where they will pick up their company vehicle, equipment, and assignments for the day. Travel will be required during times where inspections are due in other locations.