Meter Reader
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Location
Wigan
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Contact:
Levis Hughes
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Job ref:
23877
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Published:
over 4 years ago
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Expiry date:
2020-03-24
Job Summary
As a Meter Reader you will be required to carry out meter readings for both gas and electric meters at customer properties all around the L postcode area. Completion of visual checks and accurate log of readings will need to be implemented into a hand-held device at each location.
Working as a Meter Reader is a customer-facing role working on an ongoing contract. We are looking for highly self-motivated individuals who have the desire to achieve success.
There is a great deal of flexibility with this role, as a Meter Reader you will plan your own route, manage your schedule and workload to achieve the targets set for the week by head office.
Working as a Meter Reader will adhere to a flexible working pattern 37 hours a week between the hours of 8am - 8pm Mon – Fri and if working Saturday 8am – 6pm.
Pay:
Once you have completed the paid induction (consisting of training room and field based training) you will receive an hourly rate of £8.06 (PAYE) per hour, plus a mileage allowance of 35p per mile (door to door) along with an attractive bonus scheme.
In order to be successful, you must have 5 years employment history and be able to provide references to demonstrate this & DBS / CRB assessment.
Job Type / Category
Gas and Electric Meter Reader.
Required Education, Skills and Qualifications
What will I need?
- A flexible approach to tasks and working hours.
- Customer orientation.
- Smart and friendly with a professional approach to work.
- Access to the Internet at home.
- Hold a full UK driving licence .
- Use of a vehicle with business insurance to complete the role.
- No unspent criminal convictions.
The ideal candidates:
- Competency in numeracy and literacy.
- The ability to work to timescales and under pressure.
- A flexible approach to tasks and working hours.
- Smart and friendly with a professional approach to work.
- Inclined to strive for continuous improvement.
- Access to the Internet at home.
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
- Use of a vehicle with business insurance to complete the role.
Benefits
- Mileage allowance of 35p per mile.
- Bonus scheme.
- Flexible hours.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £8.06 /hour
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Salary: £8.06 /hour