Gas Meter Exchange/Re-light Technician

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in New York is seeking a field gas meter technician to perform removals, exchanges, and new installations, plus inspections and safety checks in outdoor environments.

You will also conduct shut-offs, re-lights, leak tests, and minor repairs, documenting work orders and interacting with customers to ensure safety. Travel to Texas may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in active field environments
• Basic computer skills, including Outlook and Teams
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and safely
• Willingness to travel to and work in Texas
• Experience in the gas industry, plumbing, and basic hand tool usage
• Operator Qualifications from any gas utility or market preferred
• Active OQ status under ASME B31Q or equivalent preferred
• Previous utility, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, construction, or field service experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform gas meter removals, exchanges, and new installations
• Conduct meter set inspections and pressure checks
• Perform appliance shut-off, re-light, and safety verification
• Conduct integrity testing and leak checks at the meter set
• Perform minor service-line and meter repairs and follow-up work
• Complete compliance documentation and work order close-out
• Interact with customers and provide safety education
• Provide field support for CenterPoint Energy gas operations
• Work directly in the field alongside experienced utility professionals
• Support gas distribution operations and public safety efforts

Skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Independent worker

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Outlook

Teams

Job description

• Perform gas meter removals, exchanges, and new installations
• Conduct meter set inspections and pressure checks
• Perform appliance shut-off, re-light, and safety verification
• Conduct integrity testing and leak checks at the meter set
• Perform minor service-line and meter repairs and follow-up work
• Complete compliance documentation and work order close-out
• Interact with customers and provide safety education
• Provide field support for CenterPoint Energy gas operations
• Work directly in the field alongside experienced utility professionals
• Support gas distribution operations and public safety efforts

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in active field environments
• Basic computer skills, including Outlook and Teams
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and safely
• Willingness to travel to and work in Texas
• Experience in the gas industry, plumbing, and basic hand tool usage
• Operator Qualifications from any gas utility or market preferred
• Active OQ status under ASME B31Q or equivalent preferred
• Previous utility, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, construction, or field service experience preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in gas meter installations, inspections, and compliance documentation while ensuring public safety and customer education. Proficient in working independently in field environments and utilizing basic computer skills for operational support.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Gas Meter Installations
• Compliance Documentation
• Customer Service Skills
• Operator Qualifications
• Field Service Experience

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Gas Meter Removals
• Pressure Checks
• Integrity Testing
• Leak Checks
• Minor Service-Line Repairs
• Basic Hand Tool Usage
• Appliance Shut-Off
• Re-Light Procedures

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication
• Customer Interaction
• Ability to Work Independently

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Operator Qualifications
• Active OQ Status Under ASME B31Q

Industry Keywords

• Gas Industry
• Plumbing
• HVAC
• Construction
• Field Service

Tools & Technologies

• Outlook
• Teams