Meter Technician II
About this role
The following Career Opportunity is currently available within Chesapeake Utilities Corporation.
Position: Meter Technician II
Location: Beaver Run, MD
What makes us great:
At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.
What you'll be working on:
• Installs new meters and regulators. • Performs meter changes for customers. • Responds to and investigates gas odor complaints and gas leaks. • Utilizes and maintains gas detection equipment. • Verifies customer equipment is safe and complies to applicable codes. • Processes disconnection of service for non-payment. • Works with customer service to investigate high and/or low bill complaints. • Assists Gas Operations Supervisor and Compliance Manager with Public Service Commission audits. • Assists with completing compliance related requirements timely utilizing work order management system. • Assists with material procurement for the department.
Who you are:
• Knowledge of NFPA 54 (National Association of Fire Prevention). • Knowledge of regulator and meter troubleshooting, sizing and function. • Skills Skilled in the safe operation of hand tools, working with diagnostic tools. Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite. • Abilities Ability to read engineering drawings, manuals, code and parts diagrams. • Ability to communicate with various levels of employees and customers. • High School Diploma or Equivalent
Working Conditions:
• Outside, customer premises and minimal office time • Working around potentially flammable substances • Able to lift 20 to 50 lbs. on a regular basis • Adverse weather conditions and dogs • On-call rotation to cover 24 hour response for gas leaks
Benefits/what's in it for you:
• Flexible work arrangement • Competitive base salary based on successful candidate's background as it relates to the job requirements as well as internal equity considerations • Eligible for overtime • Fantastic opportunities for career growth • Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere • Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities • Monthly recognition events • Endless wellness initiatives and community events • Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE! • Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!