Electric Meter Tech
About The Position
The Meter Tech works under the direction of Meter Foreman and Utility Manager and performs physical activities in support of meter maintenance. This role involves meeting client and operating company standards related to meter work, checking meter communication with the utility, and working with energized electric equipment to respond to meter issues for Florida Power and Light. Services include setting, changing, or disconnecting electric meters, as well as reading investigations. The position requires accessing meter locations at residential and commercial premises, cleaning and preparing worksites, and monitoring/maintaining tools and equipment. The Meter Tech must complete all work in an organized, timely manner, within standard operating procedure, and determine if events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards, communicating abnormal conditions as needed. They will also assist crew leaders in construction/reconstruction and maintenance work, providing meter support, and work safely around customers, property, and heavy equipment. Travel is required up to 75% of the time.
Requirements
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. multiple times during a work shift
- Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
- Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
- Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-worker
- Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
- English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports
- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
- Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- Utility Field Experience is preferred
- Previous experience working with underground or overhead utilities is preferred
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year to year basis
Responsibilities
- Meets client and operating company standards related to meter work in accordance with our core value
- Responsible for checking the meter's communication with the utility
- Working with energized electric equipment to respond to meter issue for Florida Power and Light
- Setting, changing, or disconnecting the electric meter as well as reading investigation
- Able to access meter locations at Residential and Commercial premises
- Cleans and prepares worksites to eliminate possible hazard
- Monitors and maintains tools and equipment for proper use, storage, and upkeep
- Completes all work in an organized, timely manner, within standard operating procedure
- Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards and communicates abnormal working conditions to appropriate parties
- Assists crew leaders in construction/reconstruction and maintenance work providing meter support
- Works safely around customer houses and private property, backhoes, excavators, and directional drill
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
