Posted 2 months ago
KTI Utility Services Inc | Electric Meter Technician
@ The MEARIE Group
New Westminster, British Columbia
Overview
The MEARIE Group is hiring a full-time electric meter technician on a 3-month fixed-term contract, with possible extension, in New Westminster, BC. The role installs, maintains and audits complex commercial and industrial electric meters, about 90% outdoors, and records data on mobile Electronic Work Orders. The posting states a guaranteed base of $56.00/hour plus piece-rate bonuses, Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with possible Saturday rotations, and business kilometres reimbursed at $0.68/km.
Pay:
$56 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Installer et entretenir des compteurs électriques commerciaux et industriels
- Auditer et consigner les relevés de compteurs et les numéros de série
- Gérer les dossiers de service assignés jusqu'à leur achèvement
- Saisir les données sur des appareils mobiles (bons de travail électroniques)
Requirements summary:
- Diplôme d'études secondaires ou GED requis
- Certification de technicien en compteurs électriques ou formation reconnue
- Expérience prouvée sur des systèmes de comptage complexes
- Permis de conduire valide et véhicule fiable avec assurance d'usage commercial
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Qualified Electric Meter Technician certification, Business-Use Endorsement auto insurance |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
The MEARIE Group
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 31 |
Electric Meter Technician, Utilities (2 Vacancies)
Location: | New Westminster, BC (On-Site Field Deployment) |
Position Type: | Full-time Fixed-Term Contract (3 months with potential for extension) |
Hours of Work: | 40 hours / week |
Schedule: | Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Saturday rotations possible) |
Compensation: | Guaranteed base rate of $56.00/hour plus lucrative piece-rate production bonuses EI and CPP deductions |
Perks & Benefits: | Business Kilometers reimbursed at $0.68/km (paid monthly) Comprehensive paid training provided Career growth and cross-Canada project travel opportunities |
Reports To: | Project Manager / Director |
About Us
At KTI Utility Services Inc. (KUS), we foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and safety. As a leading utility service provider committed to delivering exceptional services across Canada, we value our people and provide a supportive, dynamic, and rewarding work environment. Join our growing team and help us drive operational success!
Position Overview
KTI Utility Services is thrilled to announce a major utility project in the City of New Westminster and is seeking a self-starting, experienced Electric Meter Technician to join our electric meter deployment team! If you are an independent professional with a strong technical background in electrical utility metering, exceptional attention to detail, and a focus on customer service, this is a fantastic opportunity. You will lead specialized installation and maintenance work on commercial and complex industrial electric meters with a reliable schedule and competitive earning potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality installation, maintenance, and technical service for complex commercial and industrial electric meters (approximately 10% indoors and 90% outdoors)
- Accurately audit, verify, and record legacy and new electric meter readings, equipment serial numbers, and site data
- Coordinate daily installation schedules and independently manage assigned service accounts to completion while meeting safety, quality, and production targets
- Execute digital data entry and job logging through Electronic Work Orders on mobile handheld devices
- Interact professionally with clients, business owners, and residents, delivering exceptional customer service and clear communication
- Perform thorough quality self-inspections on completed installations to ensure zero-defect outcomes and strict compliance with corporate Health & Safety policies and utility standards
- Handle additional field service tasks and operational duties as assigned by management
Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma / GED is required
- Qualified Electric Meter Technician certification or formal training from a recognized electrical utility
- Proven experience performing electric meter installations on complex, industrial, or commercial metering systems is required
- Demonstrated experience operating standard hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
- Solid mechanical aptitude and strong electrical principles, with experience or familiarity in Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems
- Physical capability and stamina to stand, bend, or stoop for prolonged periods in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Highly organized self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Valid driver’s license (minimum Class 7 ‘N’ / Class 5) and a reliable personal vehicle suitable for daily field work
- Active automobile insurance policy containing a Business-Use Endorsement with a minimum of $1,000,000 in third-party liability coverage
- Successful completion of a mandatory clean criminal background check and submission of a satisfactory driver’s abstract prior to start date
KTI Utility Services is dedicated to fostering a barrier-free, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all employees, customers, job applicants, and visitors. We are committed to ensuring full inclusion and accessibility for individuals with disabilities across all our premises and communications. As part of our recruitment process, we utilize AI-assisted tools to support candidate evaluation. Please be assured that all applicants are assessed fairly and equitably based strictly on their professional qualifications, relevant skills, and core competencies.
Application Questions
- Do you hold an Electric Meter Technician qualification/certification from a recognized utility company? (Yes / No)
- Do you have prior hands-on experience installing or servicing complex commercial or industrial electric meters? (Yes / No)
- Do you possess a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and valid auto insurance with a Business-Use Endorsement ($1M liability coverage)? (Yes / No)
- Are you comfortable performing electric meter installations and service work in both indoor (10%) and outdoor (90%) environments in New Westminster, BC? (Yes / No)
- Are you comfortable utilizing mobile handheld devices and digital field software to capture data and complete Electronic Work Orders? (Yes / No)
- Are you comfortable submitting a mandatory criminal background check and driver’s abstract as a condition of employment? (Yes / No)
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