Grid One Solutions is seeking Utility Meter Technicians to join our team immediately.

FULL BENEFITS

Earnings potential to $25.00/hour

Paid electrical training

Grid One is an excellent place to begin or grow your career within the Utilities Industry. Our successful company is growing stronger, driving employment stability and career advancement for the right candidate. We are passionate about growing GOS from the ground up and strongly believe in promoting from within.

Paid on-the-job training at a rate of $15.00/hr. for first 90 days. Upon successful completion of 90 days, pay will increase to $17.00/hr. with the potential to increase to $25.00/hr.

Essential Job Functions within Safety, Quality and Production Requirements.

Perform change out of existing electric utility meters and Installing electric meters or other meter service related work as required

Perform inspections on meters and distribution facilities

Safe, courteous vehicle operation

Must be willing to travel through the week within central PA., lodging is provided.

Week day and weekend shifts required. Overtime is required.

Meet performance standards as outlined by Field Supervisor and Project Manager.

Completes all work in an organized, timely manner, within instructed standard procedure.

Identifies and reports to management all hazardous working conditions and specifically those hazardous conditions that prohibit the safe exchange of meters

Sets appropriate priorities and works within all safety and other company requirements as outlined within Corporate Policy and Procedures.

We are a Drug Free Work Place; Employees at all levels are subject to pre-employment as well as random drug screens throughout the duration of the project.

We are committed to retaining only the highest quality employees: background, driving history and driving experience requirements. All staff is subject to pre-employment and periodic background checks to verify clean driving records.

Minimum Requirements

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time.

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Must be able to read written instructions, write legibly, understand verbal instruction, make simple computations, complete daily work assignments and record numbers accurately.

Physical capacity to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing the work assignment.

Ability to comprehend new hand-held technology; i.e., Cell Phones, GPS, PDAs, Digital Cameras.

Strong directional skills, must be able to read and understand maps via GPS instruments and websites, i.e. Garmins, Tom Toms, Yahoo Maps, MapQuest, etc.

Physical ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs., ability to comfortably walk at a steady pace throughout the work day, and ability to utilize hand digging tools as needed.

Must have a valid driver's license.  Must have a clean driving record, free of any moving violations within the last five years and without any suspensions (for any reason); minimal non-moving violations (less than three within the last five years).

Self-motivated with ability to work with little supervision.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.

Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions applicable

Physical Requirements:                                                                                                                                  

Individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.  Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation should contact the corporate office at (215) 784-4200.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and vets.