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Operations & Metering Technician

SPARUS

. Provide meter read audits, site safety inspections, and meter installation services at utility locations .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeDobson • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical and utility operations, including meter reading, installation, and site safety inspections. Proficient in managing work schedules and maintaining inventory while ensuring professional interactions with utility personnel and the public.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Electrical Field ExperienceMeter InstallationSite Safety InspectionsWork Order ManagementStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
Meter ReadingElectrical PrinciplesMechanical PrinciplesInventory ManagementWork Schedule Management
Soft Skills
Professional MannerStrong Communication
Tools & Technologies
Work Order Management SystemMobile Handheld ApplicationsPC UseNavigation Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaValid Driver's License
Industry Keywords
Utility OperationsMeter AuditsResidential Meter ChangeoutsCommercial Meter Changeouts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide meter read audits, site safety inspections, and meter installation services at utility locations
  • Read and audit electrical meters throughout the service territory
  • Connect and disconnect utility service
  • Conduct site safety inspections
  • Remove old meters and install new electric meters for residential and commercial customers, including scheduled meter changeouts
  • Manage daily work schedule and complete all work through the work order management system
  • Maintain accountability and inventory of all assigned meters, new and old
  • Operate and care for a company truck and equipment
  • Interact professionally with utility personnel and the public
  • Provide after-hours and weekend support as required
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Experience in the electrical or utility field is REQUIRED
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license is required
  • Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles
  • Computer skills, including PC use, mobile handheld applications, email, and navigation systems is preferred
  • Professional manner with strong communication skills for interacting with the public, utility teams, and internal staff
  • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands to operate tools and controls
  • Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
  • Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Professional Development & Paid Training
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Stable Year-Round Work
  • On-the-job training and supervision before working independently