Water Meter Installer

TRAVELING WATER METER TECHNICIAN

Oklahoma City, OK | Full-Time | Travel Required | Paid Training

Build Your Skills. Travel. Work Independently. Earn More Through Production.

Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. has been providing automated metering solutions to the utility industry for more than 25 years. As our customer base continues to grow, we are hiring 5 Traveling Water Meter Technicians in the Oklahoma City area for an upcoming water meter project in Miami, Oklahoma.

We are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who enjoy working outdoors, using tools, solving problems, and working independently.

IMPORTANT – TRAINING & TRAVEL

This project is expected to begin a few weeks after October 19, 2026.

Candidates selected for these positions will be hired in advance of the Miami project and will initially travel to Dumas, Arkansas, for approximately two weeks of hands-on training and field experience.

This training period is designed to give new technicians practical experience with Vanguard’s installation procedures, equipment, documentation, safety standards, and production expectations before transitioning to the Miami, Oklahoma project.

This is a traveling position. Applicants must be willing and able to travel as required by Vanguard’s project needs.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Traveling Water Meter Technician, your responsibilities may include:

• Install and replace residential water meters
• Install and retrofit water meter components and endpoints
• Remove and replace meters, registers, and associated components
• Replace or repair valves, meter boxes, lids, risers, and other components as trained
• Use hand tools and basic plumbing components
• Identify and document service-line materials
• Capture required installation photographs
• Enter accurate information into a smartphone or handheld device
• Complete required project paperwork and documentation
• Inspect completed work for accuracy and quality
• Maintain a clean work area and leave customer property in good condition
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, supervisors, and the public
• Follow all company and project safety procedures

THIS IS MORE THAN A METER-SWAP JOB

Vanguard provides hands-on training to help technicians develop the skills needed to perform more of the work independently.

You’ll receive training involving water meters, meter boxes, valves, plumbing components, basic repairs, documentation, and quality-control procedures.

We’re looking for people who want to learn, work hard, and build skills that can lead to additional opportunities with Vanguard.

EARN MORE THROUGH PRODUCTION

This is a production-based position, meaning earning opportunities are directly connected to the amount of quality work completed.

Additional production incentives and bonuses may be available based on performance and individual project requirements.

The more quality work you complete, the more earning opportunity you have.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for candidates who are:

• Dependable and self-motivated
• Willing and able to travel
• Comfortable working independently
• Mechanically inclined
• Comfortable using hand tools
• Able and willing to learn basic plumbing and water-meter work
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Comfortable using smartphones and handheld devices
• Professional when interacting with customers, coworkers, and the public
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, and walk frequently
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to maintain consistent production
• Safety-conscious and committed to following procedures
• Able to manage time effectively and complete required documentation

EXPERIENCE

Previous water meter installation experience is preferred, but not required.

We will consider candidates with experience in:

• Plumbing
• Utility work
• Construction
• Mechanical work
• Irrigation
• Field service
• General labor or other hands-on trades

A strong work ethic, mechanical ability, willingness to learn, and the ability to consistently produce quality work are just as important as previous meter experience.

WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE

Your day will begin by checking out the meters, materials, tools, and supplies needed for your assigned route.

You’ll then work through scheduled accounts, completing installations or repairs, documenting each job, checking your work for accuracy, and moving to the next location.

Technicians are expected to manage their time effectively, maintain production, follow safety procedures, and complete all required documentation and quality-control requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass required drug screening
• Reliable attendance
• Ability to work independently
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Ability to work outdoors
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and coworkers
• Ability to use a smartphone or handheld device
• Willingness to complete approximately two weeks of initial field training in Dumas, Arkansas

WHY VANGUARD?

• Full-time employment
• Paid, hands-on training
• Production-based earning opportunities
• Weekly production bonus opportunities
• Opportunity to develop valuable utility and mechanical skills
• Long-term project opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement
• Travel opportunities
• Benefits after 90 days

Initial Training Location: Dumas, ArkansasPrimary Upcoming Project: Miami, OklahomaHiring Area: Miami, OklahomaPositions Available: 5Anticipated Project Start: A few weeks after October 19, 2026

Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We welcome applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Vanguard Utility Service, Inc. uses E-Verify.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $850.00 - $1,200.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Similar : 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Miami, OK 74355 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $850 - $1,200