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Atmospheric Corrosion Tech | Columbus, OH (DOT)

ACRT, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan, company vehicle
United States, Ohio, Columbus
Jun 03, 2026
Bermex, Inc. Full time Regular About The Team At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We're always looking for a way that we can delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading. At Bermex, we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team. About the Role The Atmospheric Corrosion Survey Technician reports to the Supervisor at Bermex. This position plays a key role in inspecting gas meters and associated piping for proper coating and evidence of corrosion. The candidate will also be required to report any other abnormal operating condition (AOC's) found at the gas meter site.. This position also requires a high degree of walking in outdoor environmental conditions, excellent time management, and exceptional flexibility day to day. *Role receives a per diem of $30 per day for every night you stay out of town and hotel cost coverage.* What You'll Do Inspect Meters: Inspect gas meters and associated piping for proper coatings and evidence of atmospheric corrosion Follow strict utility, state and federal guidelines for inspection and reporting of corrosion, gas leaks and other unsafe conditions Collect data using handheld computer or other collection device Follow safety, quality and operational procedures Complete assigned routes and work orders on the assigned date Inspect meters in various environmental conditions Inspect gas meters by walking from site to site Extensively walk and stand for much of the workday Walk for long distances (occasionally up to 10 miles per day) in various weather conditions (rain, sleet, hail, snow, extreme heat or cold, etc.) Exert physical force moving objects (routinely 10 lbs of force, up to an occasional 50lbs of force) Customer & Team Communication: Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities May provide general information about the meter services to customers, when applicable Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate Participate in safety meetings Provide timely reports and documentation to management per procedures Show courtesy and professionalism when dealing with customers and other employees Other duties as assigned. About You Must haves: Education: Education: None. Must be at least 18 years of age Experience: No experience necessary, employees will be trained. Must possess a valid driver's license Nice to haves: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Experience: 1 or more years of experience in meter reading, 1 or more years of continuous work experience with the same employer and/or 6 or more months working in an outdoor environment Your Skills: Ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and route scheduling Adequate time management skills to finish daily meter reads in a timely manner, figuring out an efficient way to read meters for that day Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers Ability to interact with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions, accordingly This role would not be a good fit if you: Do not enjoy working independently Do not enjoy working in outdoor conditions Do not enjoy walking long distances Are not flexible and do not enjoy adapting to your current work schedule or routine Do not have adequate planning and time management skills to finish a days work in a timely manner Drug/Alcohol Testing: Drug/alcohol testing is required Drug/alcohol testing required per Non-Regulatory requirements for employees working with water, electric or meters Drug/Alcohol testing required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters Benefits Health and Safety: Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company match Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members Retirement: Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match PTO Plans (after 90 completed days of service for full-time employees): Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Wedding Day Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans Paid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY) Perks/Allowances: Company vehicle (for all driver-based positions) Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable) Company provided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable) Boot allowance from approved vendors Daily per diem for travel-based positions Where We Work Employees may begin their day at the local office where they will pick up their company vehicle, equipment, and assignments for the day. Travel will be required during times where inspections are due in other locations. We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@acrtinc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Company: ACRT, Inc.