What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gas and Electric Meter Technician position at Utility Partners of America?
Join our Amazing Team of trained, talented, and dedicated Technicians. Do meaningful work that you can be proud of by upgrading our Nation’s Utility Infrastructure. Get paid training and start a successful career in the utility sector.
Company Background
Utility Partners of America (UPA) is a utility contractor offering a full suite of services to the utility sector nationwide. UPA was founded in 1997 and currently employs more than 1,000 full-time service men and women serving utilities across the country. UPA prides itself on excellence in operations, safe work practices, quality control, customer service and schedule management that maximizes customer satisfaction.
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Utility Partners of America (UPA) is seeking highly motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join its team. We will be exchanging utility meters in the Louisville, KY area. This is a great opportunity to learn a trade, do meaningful work that you can be proud of, start a successful career in the utility sector and join a growing company with strong values, offering a competitive compensation package and a full suite of health and welfare benefits. All new hires will be given paid training, uniforms, quality tools, a full complement of PPE, a company phone, and a company vehicle. Previous experience in meter installation /utility work is not required but is certainly preferred.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must consent to a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records check
- Be a safe, responsible driver.
- Must be able to lift 40lbs and be able to walk long distances throughout the day.
- Must be able to work with handheld electronic devices, such as Smart Phones and be able to work outdoors.
- Must be hardworking and reliable.
- Must be courteous and polite and have the ability to consistently follow company policies and standard operating procedures.
- Must have the ability to use of basic hand tools.
- Must have the ability to communicate effectively and positively interact with both your colleagues and UPA’s customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely and efficiently upgrade utility meters.
- Follow standard operating procedures and company policies.
- Read utility meters and record information accurately.
- Communicate with utility customers effectively.
- Drive company supplied work vehicle safely.
- Receive and return utility meters, tools, equipment, and supplies.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans offered
- 401(k)
- Uniforms, Tools, PPE
- Smart Phone for use during working hours
- Paid training
- Vehicle & Phone provided for working hour use (*TAKE HOME COMPANY VEHICLES FOR QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES AFTER TRAINING PERIOD IS COMPLETED*)
Starting Pay: $21 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Contract
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21
