Comprehensive, utility-focused training for residential meter installation, safety, and compliance, delivered by TESCO metering experts.
TESCO’s Residential Meter Training & Certification programs are designed to support utilities, contractors, and metering professionals with practical, field-ready instruction. Courses combine classroom learning, hands-on installation, and certification assessments to help ensure consistent, safe, and compliant residential meter work.
Duration: 3 Days
Location: TESCO Facility or On-Site at Your Facility
Designed for:
Technicians and field personnel responsible for residential meter installation, exchange, inspection, and basic site assessment.
What’s Covered:
Duration: 4 Days
Location: TESCO Facility or On-Site at Your Facility
Designed for:
Teams installing residential meters as well as applications involving Meter Socket Adapters (MSAs).
Includes everything in the Residential Meter Training, plus:
Duration: 5 Days
Location: TESCO Facility or On-Site at Your Facility
Designed for:
Advanced crews working in environments requiring neutral connections for MSAs and more complex residential service configurations.
Includes everything in the Residential Meter + MSA Training, plus:
TESCO training programs can be expanded to include advanced residential, light commercial, and commercial transformer-rated metering forms.
Advanced Residential / Light Commercial
Commercial (Transformer-Rated)
TESCO offers structured residential meter training programs designed for technicians and field personnel responsible for installation, exchange, inspection, and site assessment. Options include a 3-day foundational course, a 4-day program with Meter Socket Adapter (MSA) training, and a 5-day advanced course covering MSA with neutral connections and complex service configurations. Each program includes hands-on training, safety instruction, and certification assessment.
Yes. TESCO provides dedicated training for utilities deploying Meter Socket Adapters (MSAs). The 4-day and 5-day programs include MSA fundamentals, installation best practices, socket interface considerations, and current flow implications. The advanced 5-day course also includes neutral theory, safety, and installation techniques for more complex deployments.
Yes. All residential meter training and certification programs can be delivered at TESCO’s training facility or on-site at your utility. On-site training allows teams to learn using real-world conditions, equipment, and service configurations relevant to their deployment environment.
Training includes common residential meter forms such as 1S, 2S, and 12S, along with fundamentals of residential power distribution and service types. Expanded and customizable training options are available for advanced applications, including 2SE and 16S (residential/light commercial) and 5S, 6S/36S, 9S, and 45S (transformer-rated commercial metering).
Certification is based on successful completion of hands-on installation exercises, knowledge checks, and formal assessments aligned with the course scope. Participants demonstrate their understanding of metering principles, installation procedures, and safety practices. Certification validates field competency and supports consistent, safe installation standards across utility teams.
TESCO provides experienced field resources to support residential meter installation programs, including:
For utilities deploying Meter Socket Adapters, TESCO offers specialized installation support, including:
| Feature | Residential Meter | Residential Meter + MSA | Residential Meter + MSA with Neutral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days |
| Residential Meter Fundamentals | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Meter Forms (1S, 2S, 12S) | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Meter Exchange & Site Management | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Safety, PPE & Hazard Awareness | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Hands-On Installation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Meter Socket Adapters (MSA) | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| MSA Installation Best Practices | — | ✔ | ✔ |
| Neutral Theory & Safety | — | — | ✔ |
| Advanced Service Configurations | — | — | ✔ |
| Certification Assessment | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Choose the 3-Day Residential Meter Training if:
Choose the 4-Day Residential Meter + MSA Training if:
Choose the 5-Day Residential Meter + MSA with Neutral Training if:
Not sure which level fits your deployment? Our team will help you select the right option.
Upon successful completion of a TESCO Residential Meter Training program, participants will be able to:
Certification validates competency, reinforces safety practices, and supports consistent installation standards across teams.
Every utility and deployment program is different. TESCO’s metering specialists can help you determine the right training or service option based on your equipment, field conditions, and program goals.
Contact us to discuss your needs or request a customized training plan.
