- Location: 234177 Range Road 285, Calgary, AB T1X 0X8 (On-site Field Deployment)
- Position Type: Full-time Fixed-Term Contract (Estimated end date: March 2027 with possible extension)
- Start Date: December 1, 2026
- Vacancies: 5-7
- Hours of Work: 40 hours / week
- Schedule: Shifts are scheduled within operational hours, Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., with rotating Saturdays as required (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.). Daily schedules will vary within these hours based on project needs
- Compensation: Competitive base rate of $22.88/hour, with piece-rate earnings applied once base production thresholds are exceeded
- Vacation: 2 weeks
- Allowance & Benefits: $0.68/km mileage reimbursement paid monthly, plus a $900/year auto insurance subsidy paid in monthly installments toward required business-use coverage
- Reports To: Project Supervisor / Project Manager
About Us
At KTI Utility Services Inc. (KUS), we foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and safety. As a leading utility service provider committed to delivering exceptional services across Canada, we value our people and provide a supportive, dynamic, and rewarding work environment. Join our growing team and help us drive operational success!
Position Overview
KTI Utility Services is seeking self-motivated professionals to join our team as Water Meter Installers in Calgary, AB. If you possess a strong mechanical aptitude, take pride in independent fieldwork, and demonstrate a commitment to exceptional customer service, this opportunity is for you. In this role, you will be responsible for upgrading and replacing residential and commercial water meters and radio frequency transmitters, accurately recording technical data, and ensuring seamless project execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute comprehensive field installation and service work for residential and commercial water meters, radio transmitters, and associated utility equipment
- Perform technical field operations across designated project routes (split approximately 75% indoors and 25% outdoors)
- Accurately capture, verify, and document baseline technical data, including old and new meter serial numbers and readings
- Perform precise digital data entry through Electronic Work Orders using handheld mobile devices.
- Coordinate installation scheduling and self-manage assigned client accounts to completion while consistently meeting quality, volume, and safety targets
- Deliver top-notch customer service by maintaining clear, professional communication and project updates with residents and property owners
- Adhere strictly to all corporate Health and Safety policies, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements across all work environments
- Perform additional duties, technical tasks, or project support as assigned by the Project Manager or Supervisor
Qualifications
- High school diploma / GED is required
- Minimum one year of practical hands-on experience in construction, skilled trades, mechanical trades, general labor, or technical field service roles
- Previous experience in water meter, utility infrastructure, or RF transmitter deployment is considered a desirable asset
- Good understanding of plumbing principles and basic carpentry; hands-on soldering and plumbing experience is strongly preferred
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with hands-on proficiency using standard hand tools and power tools effectively and safely
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication, and customer relations skills, capable of representing KTI professionally in the field
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and self-manage daily account routes to completion
- Physical capability to stand, walk extensively, bend, stoop, and kneel for prolonged periods across diverse environmental and weather conditions
- Comfortable navigating handheld mobile hardware and digital work order systems with accuracy
- Valid vehicle insurance with Business Use / Business Endorsement and minimum $1,000,000 liability coverage
- Successful completion of a mandatory criminal background check and a driver’s abstract
KTI Utility Services is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for our employees, customers, job applicants, and visitors who enter our premises, contact us, or access our information. KTI Utility Services understands the importance of ensuring the full inclusion of all individuals with disabilities by fostering an accessible and welcoming environment for all. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. As part of our recruitment process, we employ artificial intelligence to evaluate applicants for this role. All candidates are assessed fairly based on their qualifications and relevant skills.
Pay: From $22.88 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Commuter perks
- Mileage reimbursement
Application question(s):
- Do you possess a valid driver’s license and daily access to a reliable personal vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage for field travel?
- Do you currently own standard hand tools required for mechanical/plumbing work, or are you able to acquire them prior to your start date?
- Are you comfortable performing physical fieldwork, including standing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods across indoor (75%) and outdoor (25%) environments?
- Are you willing to undergo and clear a mandatory criminal background check and driver’s abstract review?
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have in construction, mechanical trades, plumbing, or field installation roles?
- Do you have prior experience with water meter replacement, pipe fitting, soldering, or radio frequency (RF) transmitter installations?
- Are you available to work Monday through Friday shifts (8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and required rotating Saturday shifts (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)?
- Are you available to start on December 1, 2026, as comprehensive project training begins during the first week?
Work Location: In person
📌 Water Meter Installer (Multiple Vacancies) (Calgary)
🏢 KTI
📍 Calgary