M&R Technician 1

About the role

Summit Utilities, Inc. is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable, and clean-burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. As a M&R Technician 1, you will test, repair, and maintain gas meters for flow, pressure, and accurate measurements, as well as perform installation, maintenance, calibration, testing, and repair of large meters, regulators, and relief valves.

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 compliance or upon special request.
• Inspects and repairs all types of control valves, actuators, regulators, monitors, relief valves, etc., located on regulating and metering stations.
• 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 devices like tablets and/or laptop computers.
• Installs, tests, and repairs telemetering equipment, telephone modems, and protective equipment.
• Coordinates and witnesses meter tests in conjunction with supplier’s measurement personnel.
• Adjusts distribution system operating pressures as necessary.
• Assists operations personnel in the installation of large-volume meter and regulator sets.
• Assists operations personnel in operating the gas systems, including up-rating systems, troubleshooting pressure problems, troubleshooting odorization equipment, and being available during cold weather events.
• Assists with high-bill complaint investigations requested by large-volume customers.
• Performs other miscellaneous assignments, including repairing leaks on large meter and regulator stations, painting stations, and pressure study assistance.
• Demonstrates commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates respect for all individuals and adheres to the Company’s P.E.A.K. values and business practices.
• Responds to on-call emergencies when needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages), punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
• A minimum of 6 years of natural gas operations experience (10 years preferred), or a minimum of two years of advanced technical education and/or experience in instrumentation, electronics, and/or measurement applications regardless of industry.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Able to diagnose and repair electronic equipment and read wiring diagrams.
• Experience using tools such as transfer provers, pressure and temperature calibrators, analog and digital pressure gauges, and multimeters.
• Understanding of and compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements, company and industry operating standards, and safety procedures.
• Able to use creative problem-solving, multitask, make decisions, and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong customer focus and ability to provide solutions to meet customers’ needs.
• Willingness to learn continuously, understand business philosophy, and apply technical specifications appropriately.
• Valid state driver’s license and a safe driving record; ability to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Strong aptitude for mechanical tasks, algebra, physics, unit conversion, and electronics.

Benefits

Summit Utilities, Inc. has earned national and regional recognition as an employer of choice, including:

• Best Places to Work in Maine (2019–2025)
• Best Places to Work in Arkansas (2020, 2023, 2025)
• Best Places to Work in Oklahoma (2022–2025)
• Best Places to Work in Missouri (2023 and 2026)
• Best Places to Work in Colorado (2025)
• Forbes America’s Best Small Employers (2023)
• Proud and Purposeful Employer (2026)