Position Title: Meter Technician (Field Technician)

Job ID: 2026-R134

Location: Jennings, LA

Posting Type: Full time
Meter Technician (Field Technician)

Allegiant Utility Services
Lake Charles–Jennings, LA Area
Full-Time

About Us

Allegiant Utility Services is a subsidiary of Sparus Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of business outsourcing services to North America's utility and infrastructure leaders. Sparus delivers solutions through its family of companies, including Southern Cross, NAFS, The Spear Group, OneVision, TruCheck, ULS, and Allegiant.

As a growing provider of meter and network installation services, Allegiant Utility Services is expanding in Louisiana and seeking motivated individuals to join our field operations team. If you have an electrical or computer background, enjoy hands-on fieldwork, or want to build a career in the utility industry, we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Meter Technician is responsible for diagnosing, installing, repairing, and troubleshooting electric meter services while traveling throughout the Lake Charles–Jennings, LA service area. This role requires strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to meet daily production goals in a fast-paced field environment.

Essential Functions

• Diagnose, install, repair, and troubleshoot electric meter services

• Drive extensively throughout the Lake Charles–Jennings, LA metro area to assigned customer sites

• Meet strict daily deadlines for completing installation and repair routes

• Complete all assigned routes accurately and efficiently

• Work in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, and humidity

• Safely handle encounters with animals or wildlife in the field

• Follow all safety and operational procedures per company and client policies

• Provide professional and courteous customer communication

• Maintain accurate digital documentation of completed work

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Ability to bend, crouch, kneel, and walk several miles per day

• Ability to carry up to 20 pounds of equipment

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Comfortable using handheld devices, computers, and digital technology

• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow procedures

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in the field

Required Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Valid, unexpired driver’s license required

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

• Ability to walk 5+ miles per day and work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Prior electrical, meter, utility, cable, or field technician experience preferred but not required

Position Type / Expected Hours

• Full-time position

• Daytime hours; schedule may vary based on route needs

• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on business demand

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruiting@sparusholdings.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.