Meter Technician (San Diego)

Conservice • San Diego, CA

23h

About The Position

Conservice is hiring a Meter Technician to install, maintain, and repair submeters and related communication systems at multifamily homes, apartment complexes, and retail locations. The equipment enables Conservice’s billing team to track and bill utility usage by unit or apartment. The technician inspects, tests, calibrates, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment; monitors consumption data for anomalies; maintains installation and service records; and communicates with property staff, residents, and retail employees. The schedule is Monday through Friday in eight-hour shifts, with Saturdays as needed. Travel of approximately 25% is required. Conservice provides a company vehicle, gas card, laptop, cell phone, necessary hand tools, and training lasting up to six weeks; travel may be required during training.

Requirements

• Basic experience using a Windows-based laptop, Excel, and Gmail.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time based on business and project needs.
• Ability to independently manage time and workload to meet deadlines.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Initiative to investigate problems and resolve their underlying causes.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb and work from ladders up to 10 feet high, work in cramped areas such as attics, and meet other physical demands.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using a variety of hand tools.
• Ability to receive job supplies and equipment at the employee’s residence or a company-paid storage unit.
• A secure area to park a company vehicle.
• Access to high-speed internet for documentation and other uses.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Current, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, and configure submeters and related communication systems at multifamily homes, apartment complexes, and retail areas.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections of submeters and communications systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose submeter performance, connectivity, and data-transmission issues.
• Repair or replace faulty or malfunctioning submeters.
• Calibrate and test submeters to ensure accurate and reliable water-usage measurements.
• Climb ladders and work at heights to access submeters in ceilings or other elevated locations.
• Lift and move equipment and materials weighing 50 pounds or more during installation and maintenance.
• Work with property owners, managers, and retail staff to address questions, concerns, or complaints about water submetering.
• Educate property staff, residents, and retail employees on submeter operation and functionality.
• Monitor and analyze consumption data to identify anomalies, leaks, or abnormal usage patterns.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, repairs, and maintenance, and update communication systems as required.
• Keep informed about submetering technology trends, advancements, and best practices.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures while working with water submeters.
• Travel approximately 25% of the time based on business and project needs; Saturdays may be required based on workload.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, eligible on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Dental insurance, eligible on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Vision insurance, eligible on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Company vehicle, gas card, laptop, cell phone, and required hand tools.
• Necessary training provided by Conservice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed