Field Electric Meter Tech: Install, Inspect & Maintain

Riley Brothers, Inc.; Pensacola (FL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Utility Infrastructure is seeking a Meter Tech in Florida to inspect and service electric meters, ensuring proper communication with the utility and safe operation near residential and commercial properties. The role supports crews and adheres to strong safety and procedural standards.

Travel up to 75% of the time, with emphasis on reading meters, disconnects/reads, and maintaining worksite safety while collaborating with Meter Foreman and Utility Manager.

Qualifications

• Utility Field Experience is preferred.
• Previous experience working with underground or overhead utilities is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year to year basis.

Responsibilities

• Meets client and operating company standards related to meter work in accordance with our core value.
• Responsible for checking the meter's communication with the utility.
• Working with energized electric equipment to respond to meter issue for Florida Power and Light.
• Services provided: Setting, changing, or disconnecting the electric meter as well as reading investigation.
• Able to access meter locations at Residential and Commercial premises.
• Cleans and prepares worksites to eliminate possible hazard.
• Monitors and maintains tools and equipment for proper use, storage, and upkeep.
• Completes all work in an organized, timely manner, within standard operating procedure.
• Uses relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards and communicates abnormal working conditions to appropriate parties.
• Assists crew leaders in construction/reconstruction and maintenance work providing meter support.
• Works safely around customer houses and private property, backhoes, excavators, and directional drill.
• Travel is required up to 75% of time.

Education

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Peak Utility Infrastructure is seeking a Meter Tech in Florida to inspect and service electric meters, ensuring proper communication with the utility and safe operation near residential and commercial properties. The role supports crews and adheres to strong safety and procedural standards.

Travel up to 75% of the time, with emphasis on reading meters, disconnects/reads, and maintaining worksite safety while collaborating with Meter Foreman and Utility Manager.