Electric Meter Technician - EL PASO, TX AREA

Texas Meter & Device is hiring several full time, electric meter technicians in the El Paso, TX area.

Under the general direction of the Electric Meter Installation Project Manager and/or Field Supervisor(s), the team will consist of technician’s trained on residential and commercial Electric Meters. Training is at $18/hr and usually lasts about 2-3 weeks. Pay is based on production once training is successfully completed.

Technicians can make $20-30/hour or more depending on production levels. There is no cap on production pay!

Candidates must live in the El Paso area as there is not a relocation allowance or per diem associated with this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Will exchange residential and commercial class electric meters
• Use a work order management system to capture site data
• Maintain accurate records of work completed
• Oversee the materials, equipment, vehicle and tools
• Maintains and operates a company vehicle following all safety requirements and safe driving habits
• Will report to TMD location in El Paso at the beginning and ending of each shift.
• Keep track of new and used inventory
• Recording of addresses, GPS, and meter information
• Verification of proper installation/transmission of new meter data by utilizing tablet PC, handheld equipment or smartphone
• Manages daily client communications, data and reporting
• Coordinates scheduling and meets quality / quantity requirements
• Provides for excellence in internal and external customer service by creating a positive experience for customers, end users and communities through professional and courteous behavior and producing high quality results
• Other duties and tasks as assigned or necessary

· In some cases, a technician may be asked to work evening hours to manage some commercial exchanges

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude is necessary
• Ability to use hand held device and other equipment as required for the position
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to stand on feet, bend or stoop for a prolonged period of time. The work is performed outdoors and through inclement weather as necessary
• Ability to carry out duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to safely operate a company vehicle
• Stable Multi-year Work History
• Attention to Detail
• Excellent Attendance is an absolute requirement
• DEPENDABILITY
• Previous electrical experience preferred but not required
• Good Communication Skills (speaking, reading and writing)
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and have a minimum of 3 years of driving experience due to insurance requirements - (this is a bona fide occupational qualification for this position)
• Must have work boots with steel or composite toe protection
• Must have own personal Smart phone
• Additional Requirements: Background check clearance including drug screening and I-9 documentation as required by law

Shift and Pay Info:

After successful completion of training, technicians can earn $20-$30/hr or more depending on production. There is no cap on production pay!

Monday – Friday, with Saturday work available at times, if necessary

Work hours are usually an 8 hour shift, generally between the hours of 7am – 5pm

There may become a minimal need to work some commercial accounts on an evening or overnight shift.

** Please submit your resume via Indeed. If selected for employment, you will also need to complete the TMD application at www.texasmeter.com ***

TMD is an EOE