Electrical Meter Technician Department: Operations / Field Services Position Summary The Electrical Meter Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and ...
Electrical Meter Technician Department: Operations / Field Services Position Summary The Electrical Meter Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and ...
Meter Technician/Meter Reader
$65K - $90K/yr
Meter Technician (Full-Time) SMWD is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Meter Technician to help ensure the accuracy and reliability of the District's water metering systems. This field ...
Meter Technician/Meter Reader
$65K - $90K/yr
Meter Technician (Full-Time) SMWD is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Meter Technician to help ensure the accuracy and reliability of the District's water metering systems. This field ...
Meter Technician/Meter Reader
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · On-site
$65K - $90K/yr
Meter Technician (Full-Time) SMWD is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Meter Technician to help ensure the accuracy and reliability of the District's water metering systems. This field ...
Meter Technician/Meter Reader
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA · On-site
$65K - $90K/yr
Meter Technician (Full-Time) SMWD is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Meter Technician to help ensure the accuracy and reliability of the District's water metering systems. This field ...
Meter Technician
Baytown, TX · On-site
$15.76 - $18.91/hr
The Meter Technician position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing water meters, meter boxes, and meter interface units to ensure accurate and reliable utility service throughout ...
Meter Technician
Baytown, TX · On-site
$15.76 - $18.91/hr
The Meter Technician position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing water meters, meter boxes, and meter interface units to ensure accurate and reliable utility service throughout ...
Part Time Meter Technician
La Mesa, CA · On-site
$28.80 - $36.76/hr
The Position HELIX WATER DISTRICT, El Cajon, CA, is looking for a part-time Meter Technician to join our field operations team. Helix Water District is a progressive industry leader. Our culture of ...
Part Time Meter Technician
La Mesa, CA · On-site
$28.80 - $36.76/hr
The Position HELIX WATER DISTRICT, El Cajon, CA, is looking for a part-time Meter Technician to join our field operations team. Helix Water District is a progressive industry leader. Our culture of ...
Meter Technician
Baytown, TX · On-site
$15.76 - $18.91/hr
The Meter Technician position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing water meters, meter boxes, and meter interface units to ensure accurate and reliable utility service throughout ...
Meter Technician
Baytown, TX · On-site
$15.76 - $18.91/hr
The Meter Technician position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing water meters, meter boxes, and meter interface units to ensure accurate and reliable utility service throughout ...
Opportunity for advancement Gas Meter Technician Gas Meter Technician Full Time Greer, SC About the Role American Energy Resources is hiring Gas Meter Technicians in the Greer area. In this role, you ...
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Opportunity for advancement Gas Meter Technician Gas Meter Technician Full Time Greer, SC About the Role American Energy Resources is hiring Gas Meter Technicians in the Greer area. In this role, you ...
Meter Technician
$90K - $109K/yr
The Opportunity Contra Costa Water District is seeking a skilled and motivated Meter Technician to join our team. In this hands-on field role, you will install, inspect, test, maintain, and repair ...
Meter Technician
$90K - $109K/yr
The Opportunity Contra Costa Water District is seeking a skilled and motivated Meter Technician to join our team. In this hands-on field role, you will install, inspect, test, maintain, and repair ...
Part Time Meter Technician
El Cajon, CA · On-site
$28.80 - $36.76/hr
Meter Section Opening Date: 05/07/2026 Closing Date: Continuous The Position HELIX WATER DISTRICT , El Cajon, CA, is looking for a part-time Meter Technician to join our field operations team. Helix ...
Part Time Meter Technician
El Cajon, CA · On-site
$28.80 - $36.76/hr
Meter Section Opening Date: 05/07/2026 Closing Date: Continuous The Position HELIX WATER DISTRICT , El Cajon, CA, is looking for a part-time Meter Technician to join our field operations team. Helix ...
Gas Meter Technician
Nashville, TN · On-site
$20/hr
Opportunity for advancement Gas Meter Technician Full Time Nashville, TN About the Role American Energy Resources is hiring Gas Meter Technicians in the Nashville area. In this role, you will install ...
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Gas Meter Technician
Nashville, TN · On-site
$20/hr
Opportunity for advancement Gas Meter Technician Full Time Nashville, TN About the Role American Energy Resources is hiring Gas Meter Technicians in the Nashville area. In this role, you will install ...
Opportunity for advancement Gas Meter Technician About the Role American Energy Resources is hiring Gas Meter Technicians in the Winston-Salem area. In this role, you will install and replace gas ...
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Opportunity for advancement Gas Meter Technician About the Role American Energy Resources is hiring Gas Meter Technicians in the Winston-Salem area. In this role, you will install and replace gas ...
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters, read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and record volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
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Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters, read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and record volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
Meter Technician
Clarksville, IN · On-site
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters, read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and record volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
Meter Technician
Clarksville, IN · On-site
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters, read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and record volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
Meter Technician
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
We are currently seeking a motivated and hard-working Meter Technician to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience and opportunities for growth within the water conservation field. While ...
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Meter Technician
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
We are currently seeking a motivated and hard-working Meter Technician to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience and opportunities for growth within the water conservation field. While ...
Meter Technician First Year
Fairbanks, AK · On-site
$41.24/hr
As a Meter Technician, you will perform meter inspections, troubleshoot metering issues, complete service orders, support outage restoration efforts, and assist with engineering field work that helps ...
Meter Technician First Year
Fairbanks, AK · On-site
$41.24/hr
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Water Meter Technician
Sarasota, FL · On-site
Water Meter Technician Benderson Development is one of America's largest privately held real estate companies, with a portfolio that includes more than 1,000 properties totaling over 50 million ...
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Water Meter Technician
Sarasota, FL · On-site
Water Meter Technician Benderson Development is one of America's largest privately held real estate companies, with a portfolio that includes more than 1,000 properties totaling over 50 million ...
Water Meter Technician
Sarasota, FL · On-site
Water Meter Technician Benderson Development is one of America's largest privately held real estate companies, with a portfolio that includes more than 1,000 properties totaling over 50 million ...
Water Meter Technician
Sarasota, FL · On-site
Water Meter Technician Benderson Development is one of America's largest privately held real estate companies, with a portfolio that includes more than 1,000 properties totaling over 50 million ...
Meter Technician
$35 - $38/hr
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters used by residential and commercial consumers. Main Responsibilities: * Receive service orders on a daily basis from the ...
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Meter Technician
$35 - $38/hr
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters used by residential and commercial consumers. Main Responsibilities: * Receive service orders on a daily basis from the ...
Meter Technician
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$35 - $38/hr
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters used by residential and commercial consumers. Main Responsibilities: * Receive service orders on a daily basis from the ...
Meter Technician
Minneapolis, MN · On-site
$35 - $38/hr
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters used by residential and commercial consumers. Main Responsibilities: * Receive service orders on a daily basis from the ...
Meter Technician
Muncie, IN · On-site
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters, read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and record volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
Meter Technician
Muncie, IN · On-site
Miller Pipeline is hiring a Meter Technician to connect and disconnect meters, read electric, gas, water, or steam consumption meters and record volume used by residential and commercial consumers.
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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Meter Technician, and why are they important?
What are meter technicians?
What is the difference between Meter Technician vs Electrician?
| Aspect | Meter Technician | Electrician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires a high school diploma, technical training, and certifications like NATE or state-specific licenses | Requires a high school diploma, apprenticeship, and state licensing or journeyman/electrician certification |
| Work Environment | Primarily outdoor or utility company sites, working with meters and utility infrastructure | Indoor and outdoor, working on wiring, electrical systems, and installations in residential, commercial, or industrial settings |
| Industry Usage | Used mainly by utility companies, telecom providers, and energy suppliers | Used across construction, maintenance, and electrical contracting industries |
While both roles involve working with electrical systems, Meter Technicians focus on installing, maintaining, and repairing utility meters, often within utility companies. Electricians have a broader scope, working on electrical wiring, systems, and installations across various settings. The roles share some certifications and work environments but differ in daily tasks and industry applications.
What are some common challenges Meter Technicians face in the field, and how can they be addressed?
What Is a Meter Technician?
An electric meter technician, or meter tech, reads, tests, repairs, and installs watt hour meters, which measure the watt hours of electricity used by a home or business. Other types of utility meters measure gas or water. Their duties include making sure that the watt hour meter is functioning so that billing is accurate and customers are safe. This job requires going to different locations that are usually focused in a local area.

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Electrical Meter Technician – Job Description
Position Title: Electrical Meter Technician
Department: Operations / Field Services
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Position Summary
The Electrical Meter Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electric meters and related equipment. This role ensures accurate and reliable metering for residential, commercial, and industrial customers while adhering to safety regulations, utility standards, and company procedures. The technician will regularly perform fieldwork, interact with customers, and document all service activities.
Key Responsibilities
Meter Installation & Maintenance
- Install, remove, and upgrade electric meters, including AMI/AMR devices.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and functional testing of metering equipment.
- Inspect meter sites to ensure compliance with codes, safety standards, and installation requirements.
- Identify tampering, irregularities, or safety hazards and document findings appropriately.
Troubleshooting & Repairs
- Diagnose meter performance issues such as inaccurate readings, communication failures, or power-quality problems.
- Repair or replace defective meters, components, or connections.
- Utilize testing equipment to confirm proper meter operation and voltage integrity.
Data Collection & Documentation
- Record installation data, maintenance actions, test results, and field notes accurately in company systems.
- Maintain detailed logs of completed work, meter inventories, and service orders.
- Report any discrepancies, unsafe conditions, or system concerns in a timely manner.
Customer Interaction
- Communicate with customers professionally regarding service appointments, meter issues, or access requirements.
- Provide basic education on meter operations or changes when needed.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all company safety protocols, OSHA requirements, and electrical safety guidelines.
- Use proper PPE and maintain safety tools and equipment.
- Ensure all work aligns with utility standards, local codes, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Experience in electrical work, utilities, field service, or related technical trade, preferred.
- Basic understanding of electricity, circuits, and electrical safety preferred.
- Ability to read technical diagrams, service orders, and wiring instructions.
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely lift up to 50 lbs required.
- Previous experience as a Meter Technician or utility field technician preferred.
- Familiarity with AMI/AMR systems and meter-reading technology preferred.
- Knowledge of local codes, NESC standards, and utility metering practices preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
- Detail-oriented with accurate record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Commitment to safety and adherence to procedures.
Work Environment
- Field-based role with daily travel to customer locations.
- Exposure to outdoor elements, energized equipment, and construction environments.
- Requires use of handheld tools, test equipment, and electronic devices.
- Field-based role with daily travel to customer locations.
Company Benefits
J&S Inspections Company offers competitive benefits such as company vehicle, PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and 401k Match, FSA, Company Paid Basic Life, Company Paid Short Term/Long Term Disability, and Voluntary Life.
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Two year associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology PREFERRED
Experience: Two years experience as a Meter Technician or equivalent PREFERRED
Licenses/Certifications: Mustpossess a valid state driver's license. Attain licenses, certifications, permits, notaries, etc., required for area of responsibility
Additional Information:
Other Requirements -
1) Must have safe work habits and adhere to all safety rules and practices of the Company.
2) Acceptable written and verbal communications skills.
3) Work productively and function effectively in a team environment.
4) Must be willing to work overtime as required by job responsibilities.
Physical Demands -
1) Must be able to hear spoken words via telephone, cell phone or during individual or group meetings.
2) Must be physically capable of performing all the essential physical functions of the position.
3) Depending on assignment, may be required to work on customer facilities in remote or rough terrain.
About J&S Inspections
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Industry
Construction
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Irving, TX, US
Year founded
2008