Electric Meter Installer ( Entry Level) - Room for Advancement

UMS is seeking Electric Meter Installers.

The successful candidate should be self-motivated, have a great work ethic, and be able to work well with little supervision, in various environments or in inclement weather.

This position’s primary role is the exchange of electric meters of varying form types. (Entry Level - Training Provided)

This position may require travel to other job sites, which could be in other states, as projects are completed or change in status. You would be compensated for your travel time between 2 active UMS projects.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

UMS has designed a Pay-for-Performance structure, in an effort, to reward our strong performers.

A UMS Meter Installer makes a minimum of $15 per hour. Meter Installers are also able to earn Production Based Incentive payments, on each paycheck. The Production Based Incentive is linked to performance (i.e., the number of meters and ancillary items that you properly install).

At UMS, we value hard work and recognize the role employee benefit programs play in your decision to join our company. In this position, you will have the opportunity to participate in an overall Comprehensive Benefits Program (health, dental, vision, life, AD&D), after 30days of service with the company.

• Monday - Friday work week, occasionally Saturdays
• Weekly Paycheck
• 401(k)Retirement Account
• Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, within the company

THE POSITION

UMS understands that there is always room for enhancing your skillset (as a meter installer, technician, laborer, etc.), you can expect to receive continuous feedback from your supervisor! By tracking your progress and identifying obstacles we, as a team, are better able to help you improve performance, production, and quality!

Once you are comfortable with the process, you will be expected to check, replace, and test meters on your own. This will involve the following day-to-day duties:

• Perform installation, inspection, testing, programming, maintenance and repair of electric meters, metering equipment and other electrical equipment.
• Perform visual inspections of electric meters for damages
• Identify hazards at meter sites and report accordingly
• Properly change out electric meters of varying sizes and brands
• Properly change out electric meter for AMI/AMR upgrade
• Read electric meters
• Meet and work with the customers effectively and courteously.
• Working in a team environment, with supervisors and other installers
• Following UMS standards of safety, productivity, and quality of work
• Reporting to the shop/conex at the beginning of every shift
• Perform testing and repair of meter-related electrical test equipment and other meter-related apparatus as required.
• Verifying proper orientation of each new meter
• Accurately enter meter data, and other information required, into handheld device
• Perform work with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

Successfully removing and replacing meters involves more than just labor/construction functions. One of the most important components of this position is completely and accurately entering data into a handheld tablet. Ensuring that meter data is properly entered, at every install, helps prevent future system/software troubleshooting, billing delays, and possible billing errors.

With that being said, the daily work YOU perform, in this role, directly affects a city or utility's communication system.

Qualifications:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must pass drug screening, background check and motor vehicle report
• Must have your own vehicle, with storage capability, and proof of insurance
• Must meet age requirement of 25 years or older to drive.
• Must be okay with heat, dirt, small spaces, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., bend and stoop repetitively, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic tools required.
• Work in a team environment.
• Have clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work all required shifts.
• Achieving standards of safety, productivity, and quality of work.
• Organized and Detail Oriented
• Reliability and Dependability
• Should have a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Maintain and follow required attire and grooming standards
• Ability to communicate professionally to customers