Field Meter Tech - Electric Utility (Travel 75%)

Peak Utility Services Group; Palm City (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Utility Infrastructure is seeking a Meter Tech in Florida to support meter maintenance and service tasks. The role involves setting, reading, and disconnecting electric meters, plus traveling with the crew to job sites across the region.

As a non-exempt position, you will work under the Meter Foreman and Utility Manager, performing physical field tasks while ensuring safety, accuracy, and compliance with procedures. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility field is preferred.
• Experience with underground or overhead utilities is preferred.
• 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.
• Responsible for checking the meter's communication with the utility.
• Work with energized electric equipment to respond to meter issues for Florida Power and Light.
• Services provided: Setting, changing, or disconnecting the electric meter and reading investigation.
• Access meter locations at residential and commercial premises.
• Cleans and prepares worksites to eliminate hazards.
• Maintains tools and equipment for proper use, storage, and upkeep.
• Completes all work in a timely, organized manner per SOP.
• Communicates abnormal working conditions to appropriate parties.
• Assists crew leaders in construction/reconstruction and maintenance work.
• Works safely around customer properties, backhoes, and drilling equipment.
• Travel up to 75% of time.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Lifting up to 80 lbs

English communication

Job description

Peak Utility Infrastructure is seeking a Meter Tech in Florida to support meter maintenance and service tasks. The role involves setting, reading, and disconnecting electric meters, plus traveling with the crew to job sites across the region.

As a non-exempt position, you will work under the Meter Foreman and Utility Manager, performing physical field tasks while ensuring safety, accuracy, and compliance with procedures. A valid driver’s license and background checks are required.