Traveling Meter Technician | Field Services | TX

Company Information

• Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
• Locations: Paris, TX
• Additional Locations: Throughout the state of Texas
• Work Site: On Site
• Req : 226739

• Starting Rate: $20-$22/hr
• Overtime:
  Time and a half after 40hrs/wk, average work week 45 hours minimum
• Hotel:
  Covered
• Housing Stipend: $50/daily if not staying in hotel and traveling out of state
• Per Diem: $35/daily if enrolled in lodging & working 6+ hours

• Work with leading electrical and telecommunication companies and their utility systems to provide analysis of infrastructure.
• Inspect and catalog electrical meters to create accurate and consistent utility asset data sets for our clients.
• Provide accurate data collection/reads of electrical meters
• Safely swap old, analog electrical meters with new smart meters.
• Understand the use of document management systems, filing, and document scanning.
• Execute and plan daily goals while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Learn to identify electrical/communication utility equipment and potential hazards.
• Review maintain effective production reports for our clients.
• Understand and comply with all safety regulations to maintain a successful safety record.
• Ability to travel throughout various service territories both within and out of state, as needed.

• Operate as a lone worker when required, demonstrating independence and self-sufficiency. *
• Operate as one of a pair of technicians when required, demonstrating ability to collaborate work scheduling, hours, and work locations. *
• Fulfill weekly production targets to meet client expectations and timelines. *
• Perform field audits of existing utility infrastructure by visually identifying, inspecting, and recording information. *
• Operate hand-held computers, GPS units, cameras and/or other field technology. *
• Accurately record field observations. *
• Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work. *
• Drive, operate, and maintain a company vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs). *
• Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains and in all types of weather using a GPS, map, compass, or other methods. *
• Recognize unacceptable safety risk conditions and hazards related to the work environment, federal standards, and client specifications. *
• Review and/or correct data integrity errors within the GIS Database. *
• Comply with all safety regulations and meet safety requirements in order to complete work safely. *
• Perform light maintenance on utility infrastructure, utilizing hand tools.
• Use a fiberglass measuring stick to accurately measure heights on utility poles.
• Collaborate with others (Project Managers, Supervisors, Coordinators, Technicians, and Administrators).
• Ensure the proper care and maintenance of any vehicle and equipment assigned including regular inspections, maintenance checks, and prompt reporting of any issues to the appropriate supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• React safely and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Report and respond timely and accurately to the supervisor. *
• Participate in employee and professional training events as assigned.
• Travel (75%-100%) for on-site job duties. *
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and work rules.

• Ability to stand, walk, or hike for extended periods of time and long distances, bend, reach, and move to carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Forms).
• Possesses strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and in various hours of the day or night.
• High school diploma and valid driver’s license required.
• Organizational skills, excellent communication skills, and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work and hike in rugged terrain and inclement weather.
• Clean DMV driving record and ability to safely drive/operate a 4x4 vehicle.
• Discipline, or the completion of an approved apprenticeship program preferred.
• Electric utility and telecommunications experience preferred.
• Prior experience working with electrical…