Field Technician, Meter Reader

Read Meters: Walk or drive assigned routes to read gas meters accurately using a handheld electronic device.

Inspect Equipment: Check meters, piping, and regulators for visible damage, corrosion, tampering, or leaks.

Report Issues: Document broken seals, stuck dials, hazardous conditions, or suspected gas leaks immediately to dispatch.

Customer Service: Answer basic customer questions politely and direct complex billing or service inquiries to the main office.

Access Properties: Open meter boxes, clear minor debris or vegetation blocking access, and secure gates or property boundaries when leaving.

Follow strict safety protocols and federal and local regulations.

Communicate professionally with homeowners and members of the public.

This role is ideal for individuals who prefer being active rather than sitting behind a desk. You will:

Walk approximately 4–7 miles per day

Bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds

Work in a variety of weather conditions

Remain on your feet for extended periods

You will use industry-leading gas detection technology to identify potential leaks. Heath provides comprehensive paid training and certifications to ensure you are fully prepared and confident in the field.

📋 Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record

• Ability to pass a DOT drug screen and background check

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop on varying terrain, and to lift heavy items

• Ability to walk 4–7 miles per day in all weather conditions

• Strong reliability and accountability

• Proficient using technology (smartphone, tablet)

• Ability to use simple hand tools

• Ability to read and understand utility maps

• Works well within a group as well as individually

• Customer service experience

• No industry experience necessary — we value work ethic, dependability, and a safety-first mindset

🎯 What Success Looks Like

Our strongest technicians consistently demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, and technical competence with field equipment. They are customer-focused, detail-oriented, and trustworthy — with strong prioritization, communication, and time-management skills.

🚗 Vehicle Program — Personal Vehicle Use

At Heath, we support our team members who are on the move. Employees in this role participate in Heath’s Personally Owned Vehicle (POV) Program, which provides meaningful financial support for local travel.

💰 What the POV Program Provides

Paid every week alongside your regular paycheck (approximately $9,600 annually). Non-taxable for this position.

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A Company fuel card for qualifying business fuel purchases. Your card is issued on your first day and activates automatically about three weeks after you start — no paperwork required.

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Heath provides a small, non-camera GPS device that installs in your vehicle to verify business mileage.

• Weekly pay

• Weekly vehicle allowance (~$185/week)

• $300 monthly fuel card

• Monthly phone allowance up to $40

• 401(k) with company match

• $1,500 employee referral bonus

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Paid company holidays

• Paid training and industry certifications

• Overtime eligibility (non-exempt position)

📈 Career Growth

Many of our technicians advance into senior technician, field leadership, and safety management roles. Heath is committed to developing long-term careers — not just filling positions.

If you are dependable, safety-minded, and ready to protect the communities we serve in, we encourage you to apply.

Heath Consultants Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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