Delta Utilities · 10 hours ago
Meter Test Technician (Level I)
Gulfport, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expDelta Utilities is a natural gas utility headquartered in New Orleans that provides safe, reliable natural gas services across Louisiana and Mississippi. The Meter Test Technician (Level I) tests, repairs, and maintains gas meters, ensuring accurate measurements and performing installations and calibrations of related equipment.
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Responsibilities
Performs field tests on meters for calibration upon institution of service and placement into service
Inspects, tests, calibrates and/or repairs field test meters, city gate stations, pressure regulating stations and related equipment as scheduled by the MIS program or upon special request
Inspects and repairs district and rural regulators and regulators on field-test meters. Inspects and/or repairs control valves, pressure relief valves and other over pressure protection equipment
Installs, tests, calibrates and repairs recording instruments such as mechanical volume integrating gauges, recording pressure gauges, electronic correctors, base pressure gauges, recording thermometers and various electronic equipment supported by laptop computer
Installs, tests and repairs telemetering equipment, telephone modems and protective equipment
Adjusts distribution system operating pressures as necessary. Checks and adjusts large capacity orders and repairs as necessary
Assist operations personnel in the installation of large volume meter and regulator sets
Assists operations personnel in up-rating systems, solving pressure problems, etc
Assists with high bill complaint investigations requested by large-volume customers
Performs other miscellaneous assignments including calibrating district personnel’s pressure gauges, painting stations, and pressure study assistance
Qualification
Required
Requires a high school diploma or GED
Requires either a minimum of 3 years of natural gas operations experience or a minimum of two years of advanced technical education and/or experience in instrumentation, electronics and/or measurement applications regardless of industry
Valid driver's license
Ability to safely and effectively test, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain gas meters and related measurement equipment to ensure accurate flow and pressure measurement
Working knowledge of natural gas distribution operations, including large meter, regulator, and relief valve installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair
Knowledge of field-testing methods, calibration practices, and the use of test equipment for verifying meter accuracy and system performance
Ability to inspect, adjust, and maintain pressure regulating stations, district/rural regulators, and overpressure protection equipment (control valves, relief valves, etc.)
Skill in reading and interpreting gauges, instrument readings, charts, and test results to identify and correct issues
Ability to install, operate, and support mechanical and electronic recording instruments, electronic correctors, and related equipment using a laptop computer
Ability to accurately document inspections, tests, calibrations, and repairs in accordance with procedures and scheduling requirements
Ability to work independently in the field, including outdoors in all weather conditions, while following safety practices and job expectations
Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted
Able to perform on-site inspections
Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop
Able to sit for extended periods of time
Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment
Able to exert up to 50 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects
Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities
Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels
Work is predominately done while standing or sitting
The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required
Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions
Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime
Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion
Able to work rotating shifts, if required
Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty
Able to wear and operate personal protective equipment, such as respirator, safety glasses, hardhat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily
Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT drivers and DOT safety sensitive positions
May be required to remain in the service area during emergency events and assume responsibilities assigned by the company to aide in restoration efforts
Preferred
Must reside within 45 road miles of the reporting location
Company
Delta Utilities
Delta Utilities is a regulated natural gas provider offering distribution and customer support to residential and commercial customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-11-27
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