Meter Technician

Utility Partners of America (UPA) is seeking highly motivated and safety-conscious individuals to join its team. We will be exchanging utility meters in the Schenectady, New York area. 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.

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.

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.

- 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: $25 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Paid training

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person