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Do workers at Utility Partners Of America get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
57% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Does Utility Partners Of America pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
77% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

At Utility Partners Of America, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
75% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Utility Partners Of America affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
82% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Utility Partners Of America?

Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 71% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and October 2025.

Do workers at Utility Partners Of America worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
74% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do Utility Partners Of America workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it for Utility Partners Of America workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
40% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and September 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at Utility Partners Of America?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
53% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do Utility Partners Of America managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
94% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do jobs at Utility Partners Of America spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
31% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at Utility Partners Of America?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
45% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is working at Utility Partners Of America good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
57% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people at Utility Partners Of America feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
44% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Utility Partners Of America get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Utility Partners Of America?

Most people feel stressed here.
71% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people at Utility Partners Of America enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
42% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Utility Partners Of America recommend working with their team?

Not many people recommend working with their team.
68% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Utility Partners Of America?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
40% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Utility Partners Of America?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 60% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do people think Utility Partners Of America’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
85% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Utility Partners Of America is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
77% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and April 2026.

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What are the most popular job types at Utility Partners Of America?

Infographic showing various job openings at Utility Partners Of America in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Electric Meter Technician - Schenectady, NY

UTILITY PARTNERS OF AMERICA

Schenectady, NY • On-site

$25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Utility Partners Of America rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join our Amazing Team of trained, talented, and dedicated Technicians. Do meaningful work that you can be proud of by upgrading our Nation's Utility Infrastructure. Get paid training and start a successful career in the utility sector.

COMPANY BACKGROUND:

Utility Partners of America (UPA) is a utility contractor offering a full suite of services to the utility sector nationwide. UPA was founded in 1997 and currently employs more than 1,000 full-time service men and women serving utilities across the country. UPA prides itself on excellence in operations, safe work practices, quality control, customer service and schedule management that maximizes customer satisfaction.

Utility Partners of America (UPA) is seeking highly motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join its team. We will be exchanging utility meters in theSchenectady, New Yorkarea. This is a great opportunity to learn a trade and join a growing company with strong values, offering a competitive compensation package and a full suite of health and welfare benefits. All new hires will be given paid training, uniforms, quality tools, a full complement of PPE, a company phone, and a company vehicle. Previous experience in meter installation /utility work is not required but is certainly preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must consent to a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records check
  • Must be able to lift to 40lbs.; able to walk long distances.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from work; and able to maintain consistent attendance on required workdays.
  • Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone 90% of the time while still being part of a local team.
  • Must be able to work with basic hand tools, handheld electronic devices; able to work outdoors and withstand the regional seasonal weather.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Safely and efficiently upgrade utility Electric meters
  • Follow standard operating procedures and company policies.
  • Read electric utility meters and record information accurately.
  • Communicate with utility customers effectively.
  • Drive company supplied work vehicle safely.
  • Receive and return utility meters, tools, equipment, and supplies.

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans offered.
  • 401(k)
  • Life Insurance
  • Uniforms, Tools, PPE
  • Smart Phone for use during working hours
  • Paid Training
  • Vehicle & Fuel provided for working hour use.
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

Starting Pay: $25per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

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