Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, testing and calibrating all types of electrical energy metering and related equipment. Also, responsible for successfully completing the Apprentice Meter Technician Program through the City of Garland Electric Department.

Salary: Depending on qualification and experience.

• Test the accuracy of meters used for recording electric current consumption.

• Install, disconnect, remove and reconnect electric power meters used to record current consumption of residential, commercial and industrial customers.

• Operate electronic equipment to locate and identify buried conductors underground.

• Identify, analyze and repair system disturbances and abnormalities.

• Work with voltage up to 600 V unsupervised.

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.)

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Education/ Experience:

• Successful completion of a recognized Apprentice Training and Progression Program in electrical energy metering or related area.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of meter reading software

• Skill in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Skill in installing and calibrating electrical energy metering equipment.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Ability to learn and develop through an instructional program.

• Ability to work on hot secondary unsupervised.

• Ability to obtain Texas Class "A" CDL within 90 days of hire.

• Ability to complete the Garland Power & Light Apprentice Meter Technician Program as it is outlined.

• Valid Texas Class "C" driver's license.

The incumbent works outdoors on construction sites and around parameters of buildings with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.