Meter Reader Technician - Lake Charles, LA

Allegiant Utility Services, LLC; Jennings (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Training & Paid Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Stable Year-Round Work

Job summary

Sparus Holdings is seeking a Meter Reader Technician to work in the Lake Charles, LA area. This full-time, M-F 1st shift position is primarily driving, reading meters, and entering readings with handheld devices; no prior utility experience is required.

You will diagnose, install, and troubleshoot electric meter services, maintain accurate digital records, and meet daily production goals in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient with handheld devices, computers and software.
• Strong safety and customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Read meters and enter readings into handheld devices.
• Diagnose, install, and troubleshoot electric meter services as needed.
• Drive extensively throughout Lake Charles, LA and surrounding areas to collect meter reads.
• Upload daily reads to the utility’s server for metering and billing processes.
• Meet deadlines for completing meter reading and repair routes.
• Walk to meters across all terrains in all weather conditions.
• Follow safety and operational procedures.
• Provide professional customer communication.
• Maintain accurate digital documentation of completed work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Customer service

Driving skills

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld devices

Computers

Metering software

Job description

What you will do:

The Meter Reader Technician collects meter reading data from residential and commercial electric meters throughout the Lake Charles, LA service area, using a data-driven, vehicle-based collection system. This is primarily a driving position, with occasional on-site visual reads and meter exchanges. The role requires strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to meet daily production goals in a fast-paced field environment. On-the-job training is provided — no prior utility experience is required.

Position Details

Location: Lake Charles, LA (onsite)

Type: Full time

Schedule: M-F 1st shift

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Main Duties

• Read meters and enter readings into handheld computers
• Diagnose, install, and troubleshoot electric meter services as needed
• Drive extensively throughout Lake Charles, LA and surrounding areas to collect meter reads
• Upload daily reads to the utility’s server for metering and billing processes
• Meet strict deadlines for completing meter reading and repair routes
• Walk to meters across all types of terrain and work in all weather conditions
• Follow all safety and operational procedures per company and client policies
• Provide professional and courteous customer communication
• Maintain accurate digital documentation of completed work
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid, unexpired driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Proficient in using technology (handheld devices, computers, and software)
• Prior meter reading or exchange experience is helpful but not required
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service experience
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and walking several miles per day

Work Environment

This is an outdoor, field-based driving position. Employees should be aware of local wildlife and animals and be prepared for extensive travel across varied terrain each day.

Full Benefits Package

• Includes Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development & Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Stable Year-Round Work

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail].

We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.

Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

Build Your Career with Sparus

At Sparus, we empower people to grow and make a difference, regardless of their role.

As a leading provider of field, technical and professional utility services in North America, we help gas, electric, water and other infrastructure partners maintain safe, reliable systems.

Our teams bring deep expertise in inspection, metering, locating, damage prevention, construction management and program delivery, keeping essential systems reliable and communities connected.

What drives us is simple: excellence and people.

Our success comes from a culture built on safety, accountability and continuous learning.

We invest in our people so they can grow their skills, advance their careers, and help build a stronger, more resilient future.

If you’re motivated, ready for new challenges and want to join a team that’s making a real impact, explore our current opportunities and see where a career with Sparus can take you.

Sparus delivers field, technical and professional services through its operating entities

• Sparus Utility Services
• Sparus Technical Services
• The Spear Group
• Southern Cross
• TruCheck
• Allegiant
• OneVision
• United Locating Services
• NAFS