Meter Technician (St Pete)

TECO Energy • Saint Petersburg, FL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Meter Technician is responsible for reading meters in a timely manner and meeting all required deadlines and levels of accuracy. This role involves performing meter reads and rereads, reporting issues like damaged meters or gas leaks, installing and programming automated meter reading devices, and conducting atmospheric corrosion surveys and remedial actions. The technician will also perform other metering activities such as turn-offs and meter removals as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited school/institution.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must understand basic map reading and be able to operate a computer, communication devices, power tools and equipment appropriate to the position/assignment.
• Must be able to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide, decimals, fractions, basic algebra and geometry).
• Must possess sound judgment, have the ability to follow complex oral and written instructions and clearly express ideas verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to independently operate a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
• Must be able to independently enter/exit a motor vehicle as required during an eight hour shift.
• Must be able to bend and/or stoop requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Must be able to kneel and or crouch by bending legs at knees to come to rest at knees and bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.
• Must be able to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to grasp/handle small hand tools and other objects by applying pressure with fingers and palms.
• Must be able to pull, push, lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Must have vision correctable to 20/40.
• Must not have an average hearing loss greater than 40 decibels in the better ear at frequencies of 500, 1000 and 2000 with or without a hearing aid.
• Must be able to smell gas odorant in normal concentrations.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motions by extending arms and hands in any direction with substantial movement of wrists, hands and fingers.
• Must be able to rotate and revolve body (twist) as to face in another direction.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• Knowledge of the geographic area.

Responsibilities

• Performs meter reads and rereads in accurately and as scheduled using electronic hand held or mobile device.
• Reports damaged meters, broken meter locks, suspected gas leaks, and possible gas theft.
• Reports atmospheric corrosion.
• Ensures that all meters and risers are marked with company decals and apartment numbers.
• Installs, replaces and programs automated meter reading devices.
• Performs atmospheric corrosion survey for above ground piping.
• Performs atmospheric corrosion remedial action (i.e. wire brushing/repainting).
• Performs other metering activity, such as turn-offs, meter removals, etc., as required.

Benefits

• Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers.
• Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
• The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted.
• A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.
• A physical may be conducted if required for the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED