Gas Meter Exchange/Re-light Technician - CO
About The Position
Sparus Utilities Services is actively hiring motivated individuals for our Gas meter exchange and Re-Light Team supporting CenterPoint Energy operations throughout Eastern Texas and surrounding areas. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in a stable and growing industry with paid training, advancement opportunities, company-provided vehicles, and hands-on field experience. As a Gas Meter Exchange and Re-Light Technician, you will support gas distribution operations and public safety efforts by performing gas meter removals, exchanges, and new installations, meter set inspections and pressure checks, appliance shut-off, re-light, and safety verification, integrity testing and leak checks at the meter set, minor service-line and meter repairs and follow-up work, compliance documentation and work order close-out, customer interaction and safety education, and field support for CenterPoint Energy gas operations. You’ll work directly in the field alongside experienced utility professionals while supporting one of the largest utility systems in the country.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in active field environments
- Basic computer skills (Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and safely
- Willingness to travel to and work in Texas (per diem and travel support available for qualified out-of-market candidates)
- Experience in the gas industry, plumbing, and basic hand tool usage
Nice To Haves
- Operator Qualifications from any gas utility or market.
- Active OQ status under ASME B31Q or equivalent
- Previous utility, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, construction, or field service experience
Responsibilities
- Gas meter removals, exchanges, and new installations
- Meter set inspections and pressure checks
- Appliance shut-off, re-light, and safety verification
- Integrity testing and leak checks at the meter set
- Minor service-line and meter repairs and follow-up work
- Compliance documentation and work order close-out
- Customer interaction and safety education
- Field support for CenterPoint Energy gas operations
Benefits
- $40 per day per diem and lodging provided
- Company vehicle provided
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Professional Development & Paid Training
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Stable Year-Round Work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
