Description
Summary:
This active outdoor role involves driving set routes and walking to read and record gas, water, and power meters in various weather conditions, interacting with people and pets.
Highlights:
1. Active outdoor role keeping you moving
2. Engage with the community and local environment
3. Opportunity to work independently
Location: Ideally live in the South Auckland region
Contract: Permanent
Salary: $24.01 hour for first three months, which increases to a piece rate (pay per meter read) following
Need a job that keeps you active? Meter reading might be for you. We read power, gas and water meters across the region. You’ll walk through different areas of South Auckland, meeting people (and maybe pets) along the way, rain or shine.
What You’ll Do
*Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4-5 PM, with the occasional Saturday. 40 hours a week, plus flexible overtime.
*Drive set routes and walk around 5-6km a day.
*Read and record gas, water, and power meters.
What We’re Looking For
*Able to walk long distances, bend, and hop in and out of a car.
*Comfortable working outside in all kinds of weather.
*Strong enough to lift up to 20kg.
*Cool with being around dogs—lots of homes have them!
Requirements
*Full New Zealand driver’s license.
*New Zealand or Australian Citizenship or Residency.
*Pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
*No criminal convictions (MOJ check required).
Benefits
*Full training provided on the job - no experience needed
*Uniform and steel-capped boots supplied
*Work vehicle and fuel card provided (for work use only)
*Life and Trauma insurance
*Health insurance after 24 months
About us
Meter Reading Services is part of Arthur D Riley & Co Ltd, a Kiwi company since 1909. We read power, water, and gas meters across New Zealand, getting the job done safely and efficiently with a can-do attitude.
This position will be shortlisted on an ongoing basis. Please email recruitment@adr.co.nz if you have any questions. Note that application will NOT be viewed via email and must be submitted through Seek.