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Utility Tech MSR

National Grid
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026
About Us

Hourly Pay Rate - $27.20

Location - West Roxbury

Key Accountabilities

  • UTMSR - Meter Reading / Collection Duties — West Roxbury
  • Pedestrian walking routes
  • Automated meter reading routes
  • Soft off & On's
  • ERT (Encoder Receiver Transmitter) changes
  • Investigate / Resolve LTEs (long term estimates)
  • Investigate / Resolve non registering ERT's
  • Daily field collections
  • Physical offs & meter removals
  • UTMSR - Meter Helper Duties - Wilmington
  • Maintain cleanliness of the meter shop
  • Moves meters both within the shop and the service group locations
  • Removes old stickers, masks both index and meter ID number
  • Condemns meter and removes ERT's on small capacity meters (425C.F.H> and under)
  • Performs all duties related to job content as assigned and render assistance when and where needed.

Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent.

Must have good mechanical aptitude and ability, high degree of dependability, and capable of

exercising good judgment.

  • Must pass DOT physical and qualifying tests to enter Department.
  • Must have valid driver's license and be an approved driver of Company vehicles.
  • D.O.T. drug testing is a requirement for this position.

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

Note: To qualify candidates must show proficiency in the above qualifications

More Information

Hourly Pay Rate - $27.20

Location - West Roxbury

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

Salary : $27

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