Meter Technician

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As a Field Technician for AOC on Meters and Meter Painting
, you will inspect natural gas meter sets. Using state-of-the‑art equipment, you’ll deliver utility services including painting meters and assisting with maintenance activities. This position involves walking and driving in various weather conditions.

We’re looking for energetic, dependable, and hardworking individuals who enjoy working outdoors.

• Stoop, bend, crawl, walk, climb ladders, and lift weights at a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted.
• Occasionally ascending and descending stairs and ladders.
• Work a route to complete meter painting and compliance orders in a timely manner and in accordance with training and procedures.
• Safely working within the regulatory guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Recognize abnormal operating conditions such as corrosion meters under stress, etc., and report to the supervisor.
• Assists in performing regular inspections for AOC (Atmospheric Corrosion) on Meters.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Valid, Unexpired Driver’s License
• Use of Personal Vehicle
• Must also have keen senses of smell, hearing, vision, and color identification.
• Must adhere to safety requirements & have customer service experience
• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather & walk 3+ miles per day

• Starting wage: $20.00/hour
• Guaranteed increases of $0.50 at 60 days and $0.50 at 180 days

• Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 1st Shift
• Occasional overnight travel required (company-paid travel and lodging).

• Reliable transportation required.
• Technicians are eligible for mileage reimbursement to cover the cost of gas & other vehicle maintenance.

• Passion for Environmental Safety :
  Protect the community through safe gas detection practices.
• Tech Savvy :
  Comfort with hands‑on tools, technology, and mobile/computer systems.
• Problem Solver :
  Apply training to safely address natural gas incidents.
• Customer Focus :
  Be professional, responsive, and represent the company with care.
• Strong Communicator :
  Accurately relay findings and field information.
• Detail‑Oriented :
  Vigilance is essential when locating leaks and ensuring accuracy.
• Physically Fit :
  Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks efficiently.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid Travel & Lodging for Overnight Work
• Ongoing Professional Development & Training

Bending, crouching, kneeling, and walking several miles per day; carrying up to 50 lbs of equipment; being able to effectively communicate with customers in a courteous manner displaying excellent customer service and performing other duties as assigned; observing and follows all company/client procedures;
Possess excellent customer service/communication skills;
Be available for overtime (which may include weekends);
Be comfortable using computers/technology.

Southern Cross 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.