ACLARA Electric & Gas Meter Installer Salary in the United States

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Aclara is looking for motivated individuals to join our full-time meter installation team. The Meter Installers are tasked with safely and efficiently replacing electric, water, and/or gas meters on residential or commercial property.

Crucial Functions:

• Check existing meter, install replacement meter, and perform final meter test.
• Accurately collect customer data and detail the installations in writing and with handheld device.
• Achieve specified standards of safety and quality of work.
• Meet installation rate as established by the Project Manager.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Work closely with colleagues and superiors to maintain a professional environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Required:

• Previous working experience in the construction field (Electrical, Natural Gas Meters, Telecom, Solar, Cable Field Techs or HVAC) strongly preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to retain knowledge of and receive a passing grade on NGA 70 and 85 certifications.
• Availability to work 4-7 days per week and travel to various job sites, based on project needs.
• Must be comfortable interacting with customers while upholding Aclara SGS customer standards.
• Must have the ability to properly use assigned tools and work within safety guidelines.
• Experience with technology, computers, and various software programs.

Preferred:

• Previous experience installing or repairing electric, gas, and/or water meters.

Physical Demand:

• Physical ability to work in an outdoor environment, including, but not limited to: Walking, climbing and stooping for up to 10 hours per day in all types of weather conditions.

Responsibility of Equipment or Process:

• Uniform (jacket, shirts, pants) and all safety equipment & tools are provided. Employee is responsible for acquiring EH (ELECTRICAL HAZARD) STEEL TOE COMPOSITE WORK BOOTS by no later than 3 days after hire.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting hourly rate of $23.00; rate subject to continuously increase after the first 6 months.
• Benefit eligibility, including medical, dental, and vision, after 90-day probationary period.

All benefit information sent by local Union.

• 401K enrollment eligibility (effective after 30 days of employment).
• PTO accrual
• Holiday pay