MASTER METER TECHNICIAN

Website Huntsville Utilities

Job Overview

Huntsville Utilities offers a customer service–driven environment, with access to industry-leading technology that supports our employees’ work and provides resources for career advancement. Join us at Huntsville Utilities, where our team is uniquely focused on one goal: to provide high-quality, low-cost, safe, and reliable electric, natural gas, and water services to our customers.

The Meter Technician is responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining all types of electric meters and associated equipment both in the field and in the shop. The role includes investigating meter issues, maintaining inventory and service records, and ensuring accuracy and safety in all aspects of metering. Technicians interact directly with customers, contractors, and internal teams while upholding compliance with codes, regulations, and best practices.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Offer Range: $43.40 per hour

  • Classification: Non-Exempt

  • Benefits: Yes (comprehensive benefits package)

  • Employment Type: Full Time

  • Department: Operations Support

Key Responsibilities

  • Read, install, test, and maintain electric meters in both shop and field environments

  • Read gas and water meters as needed

  • Install and remove all types of meters, recorders, and instrument transformers

  • Construct and maintain instrument transformer metering installations

  • Inspect and test instrument transformer metering systems in the shop and field

  • Maintain maintenance logs and inventory records for meters and related equipment

  • Investigate customer complaints or metering discrepancies; recommend and implement corrective actions

  • Issue meters to field personnel for installation

  • Interact professionally with customers, contractors, and Huntsville Utilities personnel regarding service and metering

Additional Duties

  • Assist with on-the-job training of less experienced meter technicians

  • Terminate service conductors at the transformer on new services over 600 amps

  • Execute cut orders, set orders, and removal orders for services over 400 amps including CT services and bolt-in meter bases

  • Respond to trouble calls for high-capacity services

  • Promote and practice safety procedures, tools usage, and equipment standards

  • Perform duties in accordance with all codes, safety standards, and Huntsville Utilities procedures

  • Maintain a high level of customer service and represent Huntsville Utilities professionally

  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Education and Credentials

  • Required:

    • High school diploma or GED equivalent

    • Completion of an applicable Apprenticeship Program or equivalent education from an accredited institution

    • Successful completion of the TVPPA Electrical Metering Course or approved equivalent

Experience and Skills

  • Required:

    • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in metering or electric utility operations, preferably within an Electric Meter Shop environment

    • Strong understanding of metering equipment, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety best practices

Working Conditions

  • Environment: Outdoor work in all weather conditions; shop and field settings

  • Physical Demands: Manual dexterity, prolonged standing, lifting and moving up to 50 lbs., climbing, color differentiation

  • Tools and Equipment: Meter test equipment, utility vehicles, two-way radios

  • Hazards: Potential exposure to electrical shock

Additional Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

  • Must have or obtain a Class “A” CDL

  • Subject to on-call and emergency duty assignments

  • This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Competencies

  • Communicating Effectively

  • Following Policies and Procedures

  • Accepting Responsibility

  • Driving Quality & Excellence

  • Demonstrating Required Job Knowledge

  • Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions

  • Serving Customers

  • Building and Demonstrating Respect

  • Displaying Technical Expertise

  • Testing and Troubleshooting

  • Safety Awareness

  • Acting with Integrity

  • Education

  • Longevity

  • Relevant Job Experience

Equal Opportunity Statement

Huntsville Utilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description should not be construed as a complete and exhaustive list. With advisement from the Department Head, review by the Compensation Analyst, and agreement from the VP of Employee Engagement, Human Resources Division (or designee), these duties may be amended to reflect changing organizational needs or evolving priorities.

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