Job Description

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

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Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

To read kilowatt hour and kilowatt demand meters on customers' premises and record meter registrations on utility billing cards, meter reading sheets, or check reading tickets. To report specified defects and irregular conditions in metering equipment. To detect evidence in meter tampering.

Primary Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Reading residential, commercial and industrial meters and recording the meter registrations; reporting defects and irregular conditions in metering equipment

• Reporting defects and irregular conditions in metering equipment

• Reporting changes in meter locations

• Resetting demand meters and sealing meters and metering equipment

• Detecting and reporting evidence of meter tampering

• Interviewing customers to arrange for regular meter readings

• Good written and verbal communication skills are required to interact with customers

Job Scope

JOB SCOPE

• There is a strict attendance and tardiness policy

• Meter Readers receive one week of paid training to occur in the day or evening, as assigned.

• Employees begin their employment in reporting locations determined by ComEd. ComEd reserves the right to adjust or change according to business needs. Please note this is the main requisition and work locations can be assigned within: Chicago, North Suburbs, West Suburbs and South Suburbs across the entire ComEd territory with most of the anticipated openings to be in Chicago.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent

• All candidates must pass all pre-employment testing prior to being considered as a candidate

• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record is required and verified via background check

• MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL: Candidates must successfully meet required screening and selection standards, where applicable, including a screening examination, interviews, work record review, and medical record review.

• Must be able to walk long distances (3 to 7 miles per day) and stand for a considerable amount of time every workday; ascend and descend ladders, ramps, walkways and stairs to reach meters wherever they are located which may include basements and attics

• Must be able to work outdoors in wind, rain, sleet, cold, heat, snow, etc.; work in rural and urban areas and harsh surroundings including street activity, contact with insects and rodents and is exposed to attack from dogs

• Safety is a priority and training will be provided

• ELIGIBITY RULES FOR INTERNAL BIDDERS if posted as Lateral: LOCAL 15 COMED EMPLOYEES IN THE FOLLOWING JOB CLASSIFICATIONS ONLY: - Meter Reader | Job Code 3814 - If this is a Lateral Posting, ANY METER READER INTERESTED IN MOVING ANYWHERE WITHIN THE COMED TERRITORY SHOULD BID ON THIS POSTING! Locations will be circulated with the bid list prior to the lateral call.

• ELIGIBITY RULES FOR INTERNAL BIDDERS if posted as Promotion: All Local 15 Physical employees who are in a paygrade below the maximum rate of a Meter Reader classification and are not in an automatic progression promotional series.

• ELIGIBITY RULES FOR INTERNAL BIDDERS if posted as Informational: All Local 15 employees are eligible to bid, however, note this is an ENTRY LEVEL POSITION WITH A STARTING PAY RATE AT STEP 1.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com.

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