Meter Reader Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

I. Job Summary

Typical Shift is Monday - Friday (extra days dictated by business need).

Start time is generally 6am until 4pm (business need dictates hours).
Oversees activities and staff in the management of the efficient maintenance of equipment.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Maintains efficient equipment that is safe, clean, and in good mechanical condition with maximum utilization at the lower possible cost.
• Ensures that all equipment is maintained in accordance with all applicable Local, State, Federal, and WMI requirements.
• Responsible for planning, budgeting, staffing, discipline, and implementation of all maintenance initiatives and programs.
• Promotes a safe work environment in compliance with Corporate and OSHA requirements.
• Ensures that equipment is repaired and returned to service in a safe and timely manner.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Plans, implements and monitors preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensures that the following metrics and programs are at optimal levels: staffing & overtime ratios, PMI scheduling, Warranty Claims Systems (WCS), spare equipment ratio, and parts/inventory management.
• Hires, trains, supervises, rewards and disciplines maintenance staff under their jurisdiction in accordance with established policies.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Evaluates and monitors the budget.
• Provides input for capital expenditures and improvements.
• Assures that meter readings, maintenance activities, parts inventory, parts and labor costs, work orders, licenses, and warranties are maintained according to established processes.
• Generates and disseminates daily, weekly and monthly reports as required.

III. Qualifications 
A. Required Qualifications 
 

• Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree,
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
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• 7 years of previous experience (in addition to education requirements).

B. Preferred Qualifications 
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

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WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

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