Gas Meter Technician: Field Tech with Training & Benefits

Michels Corp.; Lakeville, Otsego (MN, MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Michels Utility Services, Inc. is seeking a Natural Gas Meter Technician to safely remove and replace meters, relight appliances, and restore service in customers’ homes while following safety standards.

You will join a team with a 60-year legacy in natural gas systems, a strong safety culture, and a comprehensive benefits program. Applicants should have mechanical or technical experience and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical or technical experience (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or related field preferred).
• Willingness to train on natural gas systems and meter-specific procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely remove and replace natural gas meters.
• Relight appliances to restore service in customers’ homes.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company and regulatory safety standards.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Job description

Natural Gas Meter Technician - Michels Utility Service, Inc.

Michels Utility Services, Inc.
Safely delivering natural gas to customers is challenging, yet satisfying. It takes teamwork, dedication, and innovation – traits so engrained in Michels Utility Services, Inc. that they are key elements of our Core Values. As a leading natural gas utility contractor, Michels Utility Services, Inc. has a reputation for safety and quality while building and maintaining in-town distribution networks. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career at Michels Utility Services, Inc. can change yours.

As a Meter Technician, your key responsibilities will be to safely remove and replace natural gas meters, relight appliances to restore service in customers’ homes, and ensure all work is performed in compliance with company and regulatory safety standards.

Why Michels Utility Services, Inc.?

• We’ve been building natural gas systems for more than 60 years, so we know how to do it right.
• We respect our people, our people, our customers, and the communities in which we work
• Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We believe everyone is responsible for promoting safety, regardless of job title
• We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

• You want to do your best work with the best crews
• You relish new challenges and evolving technology.
• You pride yourself in exceeding expectations.
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated.
• You believe that individual commitment to a group effort is key to success.
• You want your work to make a difference in people’s lives.

What it takes:

• Previous mechanical or technical experience (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or related field preferred).
• Willingness to train on natural gas systems and meter-specific procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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