A meter reader is a utility employee who reads consumption meters for the purpose of billing. Meter readers may read gas, electric, and water meters, in addition to inspecting meters and utility boxes to confirm that they are in good condition, and checking for signs of tampering or fraud.
Most meter reader jobs require a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. Many people start utility careers in this occupation with the goal of advancing to positions with more responsibility.
Even though the wage of meter readers was $30.00 per hour, it is still lack of meter readers. Sam McCord, who is the human resource director of the company, suggested changing the education requirement for the meter reader job from high school diploma to college degree. However Judy disagreed with her.
This essay will discuss the HRM issue, figure out which suggestions are better and give recommendations to address the issue.
Problem Analysis
According to the case, there should be minimum educational requirements meter reading jobs. Firstly, it is for the purpose of the company to have good communication skills and well-educated meter reader workers. The qualifications obtained commitments such as high school diploma, may reflect the superior nature of work and job seekers. However, it seems such an unrealistic job qualifications, from a high school diploma to a college degree change educational requirements of meter reading. Which means applicants need to have a degree before they can
In analyzing the concepts discussed in Human Resource Management, I have found an interesting mix of education and forethought into the role of a human resource manager. Many of the aspect of human resource management such as HR planning, recruitment and selection, as well as, human resources development and labor relations all play a significant role in the success of any organization. There are many benefits to the learning that has taken place in this course that has helped me better understand HRM and its roll that will shape not only my position in business now but for future
Many Jobs require you to have the skills before you are allowed to work. Just like Doctors display their credentials (Henslin, 2010). Education helps us students in seeking higher positions and employment.
Human Resources Management (HRM) has many applications in the business world. This paper will identify three key lessons learned about HRM. It will also outline how these concepts can be applied in the real world to enhance professional effectiveness. This paper will then tie together how these lessons relate to effective HRM concepts, practices and systems. Lastly, this paper will outline specific thinking and behavior changes as well as actions that will lead to successful implementation of these key lessons learned into daily management practices.
It is the minimum education required for federal jobs and higher education in the United States. To achieve a diploma a student must pass certain classes to graduate. They must also obtain at least twenty two units of credit by passing required courses and electives, and earn at least six verified credits by passing end-of-course SOL tests or other assessments approved by the Board of Education (cite). Examples of some classes students have to pass are personal finance, english, math, history, and
There are other credentials a person can receive. A person that is more qualified or who has credentials who receive a higher salary, than a person that only has a high school diploma. As stated by the Health Careers Center;
* Using the first e-Activity, choose two (2) employment laws, and examine the impact of each law on human resources management (HRM). Support your response with specific examples of each selected law’s impact on HRM.
Communication will be done by adding the instruction of instruction to install a demand meter to the New Meter Connection Procedure, and by Manager and Supervisor enforcing the policy. Item will remains open and is assigned to Mr. Eliazar Perez and Arnulfo Mejia.
| Explain how different organisational structures and management roles can impact on the HR Function (AC: 1.3)
Porter, K., Smith, P. & Fagg, R. 2006. Leadership and Management for HR Professionals. 3rd Ed. Oxford
Boxall, P and Purcell, J (2011), The Goals of Human Resource Management, Strategy and Human Resource Management, 3rd Edition, Palgrave Macmillan, New York, pp. 1-36.
Everyone wants to have a successful career. The first step to a successful career is to obtain the job that you want. Obviously you need the education level for this occupation, but what else is going to give you a leg up on the competition? As a Sophomore in high school, I had the opportunity to job shadow a manager of engineers at an engineering firm. One of his responsibilities was going through the hiring process. As a prospective future employee, I was curious as to what he looked for most in an employee. He did not say education. He did not say experience. He said that they needed a hard working
2. Leatherbarrow, C., Fletcher, J. & Currie, D. (2010) Introduction to Human Resource Management. 2nd Edition. London: CIPD
I will explain, with related examples, why HR professionals are required to manage themselves, groups and teams, manage upwards and across the
M. Marchington & A. Wilkinson, 2008, Human Resource Management at Work 4th Edition, London, CIPD
Q1: Why is it important for HR Management to transform from being primarily administrative and operational to becoming more strategic contributor?