MASTER METER TECHNICIAN

Website Huntsville Utilities

Job Overview

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

Compensation and Benefits

  • Offer Range: $43.40 per hour

  • Classification: Non-Exempt

  • Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

  • Employment Type: Full Time

  • Department: Operations Support

Job Statement

The Meter Technician installs, tests, and maintains electric meters while managing inventory and maintaining accurate records of work performed.

Essential Duties

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

  • Read gas and water meters as needed

  • Install and remove meters, recorders, and instrument transformers

  • Inspect, test, and maintain instrument transformer metering systems

  • Construct and maintain field instrument transformer metering installations

  • Maintain records of maintenance and inventory

  • Investigate meter problems and customer complaints; recommend corrective actions

  • Interact with customers, contractors, and Huntsville Utilities personnel

  • Issue meters to field personnel for installation

Additional Duties

  • Train and mentor less experienced meter technicians

  • Terminate service conductors at transformers for services over 600 amps

  • Complete cut, set, 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 follow safety standards, proper tool usage, and procedures

  • Ensure work complies with codes, safety regulations, and Huntsville Utilities policies

  • Represent Huntsville Utilities professionally and maintain strong customer relations

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Credentials

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Completion of an Apprenticeship Program or higher education from an accredited institution

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

Experience and Skills

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in metering or electric utility operations

  • Experience in Electric Meter Shop operations preferred

Working Conditions

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

  • Physical Demands: Manual dexterity, ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs., prolonged standing, strenuous outdoor work in all weather conditions, climbing, and color differentiation

  • Hazards: Potential exposure to electrical shock

Additional Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license required

  • Must obtain and maintain a Class “A” CDL

  • Subject to on-call and emergency duty assignments

  • Safety-sensitive position; subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Competencies

  • Communicating Effectively

  • Following Policies and Procedures

  • Accepting Responsibility

  • Driving Quality & Excellence

  • Demonstrating Job Knowledge

  • Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions

  • Serving Customers

  • Building and Demonstrating Respect

  • Displaying Technical Expertise

  • Testing and Troubleshooting

  • Practicing Safety Awareness

  • Acting with Integrity

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

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or responsibilities. With advisement from the Department Head, review by the Compensation Analyst, and agreement from the VP of Employee Engagement, Human Resources Division (or designee), this description may be amended to reflect evolving organizational needs and priorities.

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