Smart meter installers fit gas and electricity meters in customers' homes and businesses.
£13,000 Starter
to£30,000 Experienced
42 to 44 a week
weekends occasionally
You can get into this job through:
You could do a college course to learn some of the skills you need for this job. Examples include:
You'll usually need:
You could do an intermediate apprenticeship as a dual fuel meter installer.
You'll usually need:
There are no set requirements to start training as a smart meter installer. You may have an advantage if you've got experience and qualifications in a similar area like gas or electricity installation.
Some employers may prefer you to have a minimum of 3 or 4 GCSEs including maths and English or equivalent qualifications.
You can find out more about careers in the energy industry through the Talent Source Network.
You'll need:
Your day-to-day duties could include:
You could work at a client's business or at a client's home.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers, you'll travel often and cramped.
You may need to wear a uniform.
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