**_Meter Reader_**
- **_Multiple roles available_**:
- **_ASAP start_**:
- **_Hourly Rate PLUS added bonus of piece rate PLUS kilometre reimbursement for on the job travel (not to and from site route)_**
We are currently seeking casual Meter Readers for one of our clients based in Melbourne's South Eastern/Eastern and Bayside suburbs. As a Meter Reader, you will be responsible to drive to an allocated route and autonomously walk from property to property, reading and recording utility consumption numbers in an electronic hand-held device. This role is challenging and rewarding - there are added benefits to the amount of work you put into your day to day.
**Benefits**:
No experience required
Provide an essential service that is unlikely to be affected by lock downs
Flexible hours giving you work-life balance
Early starts available - have the afternoons off
Work outdoors and keep fit on the job
Work independently and autonomously
Uniform, PPE and on-the-job training provided (you must have your own Workboots)
Challenges
Physically demanding - extensive walking, bending & squatting
Fast paced environment
Working in most weather conditions
Key Responsibilities
Plan and organise your work day and routes - Amenities etc.
Accurately read allocated meter routes in a timely, efficient and safe manner
Understand and ensure efficiency targets are met
Publicly represent our client in a professional manner
Regularly communicate with office support team
Upload/download route information to/from hand-held computer
Report to office as required
Is This Role For You?
This role will suit someone with a great attitude and work ethic that enjoys working outdoors. Prior meter reading experience is not required, however experience in a similar physically demanding role is ideal. To be considered to join our team, you will also have the following:
Good fitness level and ability to walk long distances for extended hours
Motivated & reliable with great attitude
Excellent attention to detail
Available to work Monday to Friday, 30-40hrs p/week.
Able to start before 9am each day
Access to reliable mobile phone with credit
Access to a reliable vehicle and able to travel to different work zones down the bayside to the peninsula and eastern (From St. Kilda down to the Peninsula within client network)
Australian Driver's Licence
Flexible and comfortable with daily travel of up to, or more than 45 minutes each way