KTI Utility Services Inc Electric Meter Technician

The MEARIE Group; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Training provided

Job summary

KTI Utility Services Inc. is seeking an Electric Meter Technician for a 3-month contract in New Westminster, BC. The role involves installation and service of electric meters, with mostly indoor work and occasional outdoor tasks, and requires strong mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.

You’ll be paid $56 per hour base, plus piece-rate bonuses, with full-time hours (40/week) for a fixed-term project, and training will be provided. A valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electric Meter Technician with utility experience.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and adhere to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Installation and service work related to electric meters.
• Record old and new meter readings and update data records.
• Coordinate installation scheduling and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Perform digital data entry on handheld devices and manage accounts to completion.
• Communicate updates to clients with professional service.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Communication skills

Self-management

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

Qualified Electric Meter Technician

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Electric Meter Technician

Job details

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Pay: $56 an hour

Job type: Fixed term contract,Full-time

Benefits

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Mileage reimbursement

Full job description

KTI Utility Services is thrilled to announce a project in the City of New Westminster and are seeking a self-starting individual to add to the electric meter installation team! If you consider yourself to be an independent worker, with a great attitude, that loves to interact with customers, then this job is for you!

The position involves strong mechanical aptitude and a good understanding of electric principles.

What’s in it for you?

• Full-time employment, 40hr/week average, with EI and CPP deductions
• Salary: Base of $56/hr + Piece Rate Bonuses
• Location: New Westminster, BC
• Contract Length: 3 months (with possible project extensions)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, Saturday rotations
• Business KMs paid at $.68 cents/KM, paid monthly
• Training provided

What would your day look like as a Technician with KUS?

• Installation and service work related to electric
• Installation of electric meters will be performed 10% outdoors, 90% indoor
• Recording old and new electric meter readings
• Coordinates installation scheduling and meets quality/quantity and safety requirements
• Digital data entry through an Electronic Work Order on a handheld device
• Self management of assigned accounts to completion
• Working in compliance with Health and Safety Policy/Procedures
• Communicate updates to clients with top-notch customer service
• Any other duties which may be assigned to you from time to time by your manager Who is our ideal candidate?
• Qualified Electric Meter Technician from recognized Utility
• Familiarity with hand tools and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude and good report writing skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills
• Able to stand on feet, bend or stoop for a prolonged period of time (10% outdoors, 90% indoors)
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Previous electric meter installation experience with complex industrial meters is required Mandatory Requirements:
• Qualified Electric Meter Technician
• Valid driver’s license (N minimum) and a reliable vehicle (with a valid business insurance)
• Car Insurance: Business Use/Business Endorsement required, $1 million liability
• Mandatory clean criminal background check and driver record/abstract

KTI Utility Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that thrives on a diverse, barrier-free, and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all.

As part of our recruitment process, we employ artificial intelligence to evaluate applicants for this role. All candidates are assessed fairly based on their qualifications and relevant skills.

*This job posting is for an existing vacancy*