What Is an Electric Meter Installer and How to Become One

The duties and responsibilities of an electric meter installer involve working to replace and test meters that monitor electricity flow into a home or business. In this career, you often use your electrical skills to change out older meters and replace them with digital meter equipment. Some employers also expect you to test and repair existing meters. You need to know how to use the proper tools to calibrate the meters while in the field. As an electric meter installer, you may need to communicate with a customer to explain care and safety information about the meter, so interpersonal skills are crucial.

The qualifications that you need to start a career as an electric meter installer include electrical skills and education. Employers may hire applicants who have previous job experience, or they may offer entry-level positions to graduates of an electrical technician associate’s degree program at a community or technical college. Some employers may provide on-the-job training or give apprenticeship opportunities. You need a valid driver's license, as you drive from job site to job site.