Olameter
Provides field services and data management for utility distribution networks across North America.
16 hours ago
$31
Entry-level
Full Time
Red Deer, Alberta, Canada
Field
Company Size
1,320 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
meter install
safety gear
vehicle safety
field safety
automated reading
The role involves installing single‑phase electric meters by replacing existing units, enabling automated meter reading for accurate consumption and billing.
- Provide safety gear (boot allowance, vests, glasses, etc.)
- Apply safety measures for vehicle operation and field tasks
Requirements
driver’s licence
background check
5km walk
readme test
training
outdoor work
We are conducting electric meter upgrades in Red Deer for Fortis Alberta, hiring full‑time temporary electric meter installers. Applicants must be 18+, hold a valid driver’s licence, and have clean criminal and driving records. No experience is required; paid training is provided. Independent workers who enjoy outdoor work are encouraged to apply.
Positions run until the end of March with possible extension. Work hours are Monday‑Friday 8:00 am‑4:30 pm, with potential Saturdays. Staff must be able to walk 5‑10 km per day and achieve a 100 % Readme test.
- Valid driver’s license required
- Pass background check and driving‑record screening
- Ability to walk 5‑10 km daily
- Achieve 100 % score on Readme test
- Complete training program and pass written/field tests
Benefits
- Provide company vehicle
- Offer paid training at $31.35/hour, up to $250.80 per day
- Transition to piece‑rate pay after successful training
- Outdoor work environment
- Work with minimal supervision, managing your own day
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- must successfully pass pre‑employment background check
- must have a clean driving record
Overview
30M+
Smart Meters Installed
Olameter has successfully installed over 30 million smart meters across 43 states and 8 provinces.
300+
Utility Partners
The company works with over 300 distribution utilities across the US and Canada.
9
Companies Absorbed
Since 2001, Olameter has integrated nine major companies, expanding its service offerings.
- They grow through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
- They support various utility providers, from large investor-owned utilities to small municipal and cooperative distributions.
- Their services include asset maintenance, leak detection, meter data systems, and workforce management.
- Their field teams handle a variety of tasks, including underground locating, pole audits, and gas/water leak surveys.
- They offer advanced data solutions such as AMI/MDM platforms, spatial analytics, IoT integration, and meter data presentment tools.
Culture + Values
- Health & safety is our highest priority and outranks any 'get the job done' considerations.
- Safety metrics are set annually and outcomes are reviewed weekly.
- Continuous improvement process based on identifying and eliminating health and safety hazards before they lead to an incident.
- Operate within a framework of documented, continuous quality assurance using AI techniques and Big Data analytics.
- Environmental stewardship embedded via ISO 14001 environmental management audits and formal Environmental Compliance Policy.
- Respect for privacy and accessibility as stated company core values.
Environment + Sustainability
- Committed to continuous improvement in minimizing environmental impact, preventing pollution and protecting public and worker health.
- Operate all facilities in compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and internationally recognized HSE standards.
- Annual review and reporting of environmental compliance performance to management and stakeholders.
- ISO 14001 environmental management audits across operations.
- Environmental incidents reported and managed via HSE department with disciplinary consequences for non‑compliance.
- Aspirational statement: 'We want to leave things better than when we found them.'
Inclusion & Diversity
39% Female, 61% Male
Employee Gender Ratio
The company's workforce is composed of 39% female employees and 61% male employees.
- No additional DEI strategic goals or initiatives publicly disclosed.
- No gender-related outcome targets or programs specified on company site or LinkedIn.