What you will do

The Operations & Metering Technician provides meter read audits, site safety inspections, and meter installation services at utility locations. This is a field-based role with a high level of public interaction, performed primarily outdoors. On-the-job training and supervision are provided before working independently.

Position Details

• Location: Dobson, NC (onsite)

• Type: Full time, Monday–Friday

• Pay: $17.50–$18.50 per hour, based on qualifications

• Hours: After-hours and weekend support may be required; some scheduling flexibility, varying with project needs

Key Responsibilities

• Read and audit electrical meters throughout the service territory

• Connect and disconnect utility service

• Conduct site safety inspections

• Remove old meters and install new electric meters for residential and commercial customers, including scheduled meter changeouts

• Manage daily work schedule and complete all work through the work order management system

• Maintain accountability and inventory of all assigned meters (new and old)

• Operate and care for a company truck and equipment

• Interact professionally with utility personnel and the public

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Experience in the electrical or utility field is required

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver’s license is required

• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles

• Computer skills, including PC use, mobile handheld applications, email, and navigation systems is preferred

• Professional manner with strong communication skills for interacting with the public, utility teams, and internal staff

Physical Requirements

This is an outdoor, field-based position. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands to operate tools and controls. Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling are required. The role requires close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Full Benefits Package Includes

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development & Paid Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Stable Year-Round Work

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings 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.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruiting@sparusholdings.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.