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Consolidated Edison

Delivers electricity to NYC and Westchester

General Utility Worker L3 - Meter & Test

Full-TimePosted on 10/19/2026Deadline 11/30/26
$26.18 - $43.88
Entry
New York, NY, USA
In Person
Field ServiceTelecom & Utility Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A driver's license is required.
  • The candidate must be able to respond to system emergencies and work in all weather conditions, including excessive heat and cold.
  • The candidate must be able to drive for extended periods through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions.
  • The candidate must be able to perform heavy manual labor, including pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • The candidate must be able to carry tools and materials while climbing ladders and scaffolds and entering confined spaces.
  • The candidate must be able to work in adverse conditions, including noise and confined spaces.
  • The candidate must be able to work with and near high-voltage or other high-energy systems.
  • The candidate must be able to wear and use a full- or half-face respirator in compliance with OSHA regulations; facial hair or other conditions must not interfere with the respirator seal.
  • The candidate must be able to stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for the duration of the workday.
  • The candidate must be able to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, including jackhammers.
  • If selected, the candidate must pass a Physical Abilities Test.
  • The candidate must wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.
  • The candidate must be able to work with equipment rated for 350 pounds and use equipment rated for 375 pounds while wearing or carrying 25 pounds of clothing and equipment.
  • The candidate must be available to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, and the stated shift is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • The candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment and must be available to work non-business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, during emergencies.
Responsibilities
  • Learn to install, replace, test, and maintain electrical meters and associated equipment, including Advanced Metering Infrastructure communication modules.
  • Work on energized electric circuits and learn to survey and remediate the Advanced Metering Infrastructure communication network.
  • Act as a safety attendant for lead mechanics to help ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
  • Carry, push, and pull tools and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate company vehicles.
  • Operate basic hand and power tools.
  • Use electronic devices, such as laptops or tablets, to accurately report time and update work requests.
  • Stand, walk, and climb ladders or stairs for extended periods.
  • Work in adverse weather conditions, including heat, rain, and snow.
  • Respond to system emergencies as needed to help restore customer service.
  • Comply with the company's Standards of Business Conduct.
  • Follow the company's Environmental, Health, and Safety procedures.
  • Follow department-specific Meter Engineering Procedures.

About the company

Consolidated Edison supplies electricity to more than 10 million people and businesses in New York City and Westchester. Its work centers on reliable delivery of power and expanding access to energy services. The company also pursues a net-zero future by 2050, aggressively reducing fossil fuel use and investing in clean energy, infrastructure, and new technologies. It runs energy-efficiency programs that have cut carbon emissions by 11 million metric tons since 2009, and is undertaking long-term projects to strengthen resilience against extreme weather. Its approach differs from many competitors through a strong commitment to affordability, equity, and environmental justice, collaboration with customers, regulators, engineers, and policymakers, and a continuous focus on practical infrastructure and technology investments to support a cleaner energy system.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1823

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 second-quarter adjusted EPS hit $0.83, with 2026 guidance reaffirmed.
  • PSC settlement work in 2026 lowers customer backlash versus the original rate request.
  • Brooklyn school-bus microgrids and cable-splicing automation show deployable grid-modernization wins.

What critics are saying

  • The January 2025 electric rate case seeks $1.61 billion more revenue, inflaming regulators.
  • The May 2026 $2 billion ATM program and February 2026 offering dilute shareholders.
  • A major NYC blackout or transmission failure could trigger penalties, hearings, and forced capital spending.

What makes Consolidated Edison unique

  • Con Edison owns New York City’s dense underground grid and regulated utility franchise.
  • Its 2026 Zone J reliability RFI targets clean, non-emitting peak-demand solutions.
  • The steam system and microgrid expertise deepen customer lock-in across Manhattan and Brooklyn.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Remote Work Options

Company News

TipRanks
Nov 24th, 2025
Consolidated Edison Secures $500M Loan

Consolidated Edison (CECONY) secured a $500 million loan to repay existing debt due November 2025. The 364-Day Senior Unsecured Term Loan Credit Agreement includes covenants that could affect financial stability. The latest analyst rating for ED stock is a Sell with a $98 price target. Despite a neutral technical trend, the stock is considered reasonably priced with an attractive dividend yield. Current market cap is $36.15 billion.

PR Newswire
Feb 20th, 2025
Con Edison Reports 2024 Earnings

NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consolidated Edison, Inc. (Con Edison) (NYSE: ED) today reported 2024 net income for common stock of $1,820 million or $5.26 a share compared with $2,519 million or $7.25 a share in 2023. Adjusted earnings (non-GAAP) were $1,868 million or $5.40 a share in 2024 compared with $1,762 million or $5.07 a share in 2023. Adjusted earnings and adjusted earnings per share in 2024 exclude adjustments to the gain and other impacts related to the sale of all of the stock of Con Edison's former subsidiary, Con Edison Clean Energy Businesses, Inc. (the Clean Energy Businesses) in 2023 and the effects of hypothetical liquidation at book value (HLBV) accounting for tax equity investments

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Dec 3rd, 2024
Con Edison Launches 7M Share Public Offering to Fund Subsidiary Growth Through 2025 | ED Stock News

Con Edison announces strategic 7-million share offering with JP Morgan, securing future capital for subsidiary investments through flexible settlement options by 2025.

Investing.com
Dec 3rd, 2024
Con Edison launches public offering of 7 million shares

Con Edison launches public offering of 7 million shares.

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First Student, Con Edison Developing Microgrid Demonstration to Charge School Buses in Brooklyn

School transportation firm First Student is working with New York utility Con Edison on developing a solar microgrid to support fleet electrification for buses in Brooklyn.