Meter Technician I
Listed on 2026-08-15
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Field/Service Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician
Beaver Run
32145 Beaver Run Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804, USA
Beaver Run
32145 Beaver Run Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804, USA
Georgetown
22945
E. Piney Grove Road
Georgetown, DE 19947, USA
Georgetown
22945
E. Piney Grove Road
Georgetown, DE 19947, USA
Salisbury, MD or Georgetown, DE
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.
Benefits/what’s in it for you?
- 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!
What you’ll be working on…
- Accurately reads and records meter consumption
- Processes disconnection of service for non-payments
- Collects overdue payments
- Follows appropriate steps in turning on/off of gas service
- Performs periodic Class I and II meter changes
- Checks performing fuel line pressure tests, pipe Class I and II meter sets and tie-in customer fuel lines
- Checks customer equipment for code compliance, safe operation and installation
- Knowledgeable and understanding of customer needs, concerns and expectations
- Investigates leak complaints and make situation safe or take appropriate action to make situation safe
- Properly uses and maintains gas detection equipment
- Ensures all orders are completed legibly, fully and accurately
- Investigates high and low bill complaints
- Knowledgeable of, supports, promotes and participates in the company's CHOICE Program
- Installs remote read devices on meters
- Understands PSC policies on termination of service and theft of service
- Recognizes potential hazardous situations
- Checks for proper meter and regulator function
- Demonstrates knowledge of NFPA 54 code, state and local codes and regulations
- Maintains company vehicle, tools and equipment
Who you are...
- You have excellent customer contact skills
- You have a conscientious work ethic
- You have a valid Driver License with responsible driving record
- You possess a strong mechanical aptitude
- You have a normal level of visual and hearing ability
- You have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
Where you’ll be working
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- Outside, customer premises, and minimal office time
- Working around potentially flammable substances
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email
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Motivations:
Education PreferredHigh School or better.
Experience Licenses & CertificationsEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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