Meter Reader Collector - TEMP

Job Info

POSITION – Union: Meter Reader Collector - TEMP

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 2

LOCATION: NY – Auburn, NY

HOURLY RATE: $27.38

Responsibilities

• Read and record electric meter indexes into computerized handheld systems.
• Responsible for accurate and timely meter readings of electric and gas meters.
• Report hazardous conditions, meter tampering and meter conditions.
• Timely completion of assignments.
• Assist in ensuring data integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Adhere to safety policies and practices.
• Maintain current meter location records and maps.
• Responsible for protection and maintenance of all assigned company equipment.
• Work field collections.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Skills And Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work in various weather conditions including heat/cold, rain and snow.
• Must be willing to work extra hours as required, including storm work.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must successfully complete background check, drug screen and audiogram.
• Must be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be a team player.
• Must be able to complete physically demanding tasks on a daily basis.
• Previous experience as a meter reader or experience driving a company vehicle a plus but not a requirement.
  
  

Competencies

• Be a role model
• Be agile
• Collaborate and Share
• Develop Self & Others
• Empower to grow
• Focus to achieve results
• Technical Skills
  
  

Company

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP

Mobility Information

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Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.

Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.

Job Posting End Date

April-9-2026