AMR Meter Technician

LU Service Corp.

Sikeston, MO, US, 63801

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.

At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.

We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

Collect automated meter readings (AMR) from designated Liberty Utilities operating areas, and perform manual reads of Liberty gas meters that do not provide an AMR reading. Installs, programs and operates Automatic Meter Reading equipment as needed.

Performs construction, compliance, service and/or other related duties as assigned by local Operations Manager after the completion of collection of meter readings. In addition, when not reading meters, will float to other locations as assigned by local Operations Manager.

Accountabilities

Responsible for obtaining meter readings for billing purposes.
Installs, programs, and operates Automatic Meter Reading equipment.
Sets and removes meters as necessary.
Assist in construction activities.
Assist in service activities.
Complete work orders in compliance with company and regulatory rules and regulations.
May be required to perform gas line locates.
May be required to do compliance related tasks.
May investigate and grade leaks.
May be required to hold stand-by duty.
Performs assigned tasks associated with collection and customers
Observe and reports all abnormal, dangerous and/or damaged conditions pertaining to gas meters and adjacent areas.
Performs construction, compliance, service and/or other related duties as required.

Education and Experience

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Requires the ability to communicate with internal and/or external customers in order to obtain and/or provide basic types of factual information.

NUMBERIC SKILLS

Requires the ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Requires basic computer skills for data entry, reference and/or retrieval tasks.

WORK CONDITIONS

Works in an outdoor environment
Requires some physical requirements such as lifting, heavy lifting up to 50 pounds, walking and operation of mechanical equipment.
Requires visual attention to detail.
Requires some overnight stay.
Will read meters the last five calendar days of the month (or as directed).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

General education knowledge normally acquired through a high school diploma or a GED
Must satisfactorily complete all regulatory and company requirements/qualifications for the applicable classification prior to performing a covered task independently.
Valid driver’s license

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

Customer Centric
Integrity
Entrepreneurial
Teamwork
Owner mindset
Outcome focused
Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.