Meter Technician III
Unitil
Meter Technician III to Meter Technician I
Hourly Rate: $39.52 to $49.66 (until 05/31/2026)
*Step in progression will be determined based on qualifications of applicantOur Company
More than a utility company, Unitil provides energy for life.
Our work helps keep homes comfortable, businesses thriving and communities connected. Unitil is an investor-owned public utility proudly serving Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We are dedicated to delivering energy to our customers safely and reliably.
Unitil is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success of Unitil is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity and value our employees.
Take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package.
Unitil offers competitive salaries, a consumer-driven health plan, dental and vision coverage, flexible work, company-paid holidays, a, robust, highly competitive retirement plan and educational assistance.
*Note: Benefit offerings may differ between union and non-union employee groups
Position Purpose:
| This is a non-supervisory position. Make decisions and carry out job functions within the limits set by the Electric Metering Supervisor, Lead Meter Technician, and Company management. Perform job functions within assigned department, including, but not limited to, the following areas:
|
Principal Accountabilities:
% of Time | End Results |
40% | Perform duties described for the Meter Technicain II and Meter Technician III. |
20% | Complete understanding of the characteristics, construction, adjustments, constants, and applications of all types of metering equipment. Test and repair all types of meters, test equipment, and accessories in the shop and in the field. Order repair parts and other metering equipment as needed. |
15% | Show by diagram and demonstrate the proper methods of bypassing, connecting for test, testing, calibrating, and repairing all types of meters. Have complete knowledge with poly-phase analyzers and the power factor of poly-phase metering circuits. |
15% | Perform various other metering jobs as required such as repair of instruments, field wiring, analysis of billing data , and directing of other employees when necessary. Utilize personal computers or other computer hardware/software as it relates to metering and processing metering data and information. |
10% | Be familiar with and perform the necessary functions to implement new metering software/hardware programs and integrate such programs into the Company's metering policies. |
Qualifications for Meter Technician III:
|
Qualifications for Meter Technician II:
|
Qualifications for Meter Technician I:
|
| THIS NOTICE IS POSTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE VII OF OUR AGREEMENT WITH LOCAL UNION #1837, UNIT #1, INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS, DATED June 1, 2023.
HOURS: Hours shall be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. WAGE: Ultimate rate - *$53.16 per hour, for a 40 hour week. Overtime rates in accordance with I.B.E.W. Agreement, Local #1837. *Starting wage will be in accordance with Article 3.1, Sections A – C. |
Unitil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Last updated: 2/24/2026

