14 hours 45 minutes ago Today we go behind the scenes with the industrial and residential repair technicians in our Meter Section. This group is broken into two groups of specialists: water/gas repair and electric repair. From residential meter repairs to calibrating industrial meters, their attention to detail and consistent service is vital to the success of GUC and our entire service area. It’s not only about getting accurate data – it’s also about saving money for all of our customers. A typical day for them involves: • Calibrating 30-40 gas & water meters - recalibrating if a meter doesn’t pass the test • Testing & repairing aged meters approaching the end of their life cycle (~1,500-2,000 gas & water a year) • Testing large industrial meters for accuracy • Calibrating high-usage (commercial) electric meters (~400-600 of these a year) • Catching and fixing issues during routine meter checks before they become costly problems Their hard work both in the shop and out in the field ensures that all meters and billings are accurate – providing a vital service to our customers and our community. 1 day 14 hours ago 👏 Shoutout to one of our Tree Trimmer Crews for their excellent work! Ms. Fisher called in to thank Matt McLawhorn, Taylor Braxton, Josh Greer, Chase Hudson, and Bryce Henderson for being so kind and respectful of her yard while doing work nearby. She said they “did a great job and she really appreciated them.” 3 days 14 hours ago Join us as we take a quick dive behind the scenes with our Meter Section! This group of employees works closely with all of our departments and our customers and are often the first point of contact for customers. We’re focusing today on our technicians who handle meter reads and services. Later in the week, we’ll go behind the scenes with our repair technicians. A snapshot of their day looks like this: • Driving through neighborhoods to read and check on meters, totaling 1.7 million readings yearly • Occasionally digging through dirt and mud to manually read stubborn meters • Connecting and disconnecting utility services as requested or required • Reporting and responding to equipment issues to maintain service reliability • Communicating clearly and respectfully with customers • Handling service orders during the 24/7 call rotations Their hard work in the field ensures accurate readings, reliable service, and a smoother operation for all of our customers – one meter at a time. 1 week ago Happy World Emoji Day! 🎉 Let's celebrate by sharing our favorite emojis. Drop yours in the comments below and let's spread some emoji love! 💖😊 Our favorites: ☀️ ⛈ ☔️ 💨 🚜 🚧 🕳 👷♂️ 👷♀️ 💡🔌 🧪 🧻 🚽 🚿 🚰 🏴 1 week 1 day ago No matter where you dig and how often you dig there, always plan ahead and call 811 to avoid costly damages! @northcarolina811 #callbeforeyoudig #call811 1 week 2 days ago Our Gas Department has been working all month to extend 7,600 feet of natural gas pipeline along Joe Stocks Road off of NC 43 South to serve homes in the Granville Acres subdivision. This is an eight-week project that is expected to be completed by the end of July. 1 week 3 days ago June was hot and July isn’t letting up! 🔥Those scorching temps can lead to higher-than-usual utility bills. Thanks to our friends at ElectriCities of NC, you can see how extreme heat (or cold) affects your energy use and your monthly bill. With just a click, you can view a monthly calendar showing daily temperatures over the past three years. It’s a helpful way to spot those extra-hot or chilly days when your heating or cooling system had to work overtime. https://www.electricities.com/resource.../temptracker-365/ 1 week 6 days ago Here’s a big thank you to our Electric Troubleshooter Crew Leader Calvin Whitehead and Lineworker Third Class Hunter Sparks for their timely response to a customer issue! A customer said on Facebook that her “neighbor across the street was having trouble with her lights, so she called Greenville Utilities, and they came right out!!! They’re totally awesome.” 2 weeks 1 day ago 🎉 Help us welcome Bryce, Eric, David, Tyler, and Mike to GUC! We’re so excited to have you on board and can’t wait to see the great things you’ll do. 2 weeks 2 days ago ✅ Clear the way! Help us safely access your water, electric, or gas meter by: 🚗 Keeping it clear – Don’t block meters with vehicles, trailers, or garbage bins. ✂️ Trimming back grass, bushes, and trees – Overgrown vegetation can hide hazards like snakes and wasps, and make it harder for our crews to do their job. A clear meter ensures we can read and service it quickly and safely, especially in emergencies. Thanks for helping us keep everything running smoothly! 💧⚡🔥 1 week ago RT @New_River_LP: We love a sunny summer day, but higher temps can mean higher bills. Thanks to our friends at @ElectriCitiesNC , you can… 1 week ago RT @NWSMoreheadCity: Good morning ENC! An active weather day with hot temps prompting the issuance of a Heat Advisory. In addition, this af… 1 week ago RT @NWSMoreheadCity: Good afternoon ENC! Rain and heat increase tomorrow. - Heat Advisory issued for the entire area Fri - Late afternoon -… 1 week ago Happy #worldemojiday2025 🎉 Let's celebrate by sharing our favorite emojis. Drop yours in the comments and let's spread some emoji love! 🫶 Our favorites: 🚽 🧻 🚿🥤 👷👷♀️🕳️🚧 🔌💡🧪🏴☠️ https://t.co/q2K1cV6Gfu 2 weeks 2 days ago Do you know the science behind every drop, wattage, or flame that is provided to you by our employees? Check out our “Science Behind GUC” site to learn more - videos included! https://t.co/F28elIkwZy https://t.co/An8EvlguO4 2 weeks 5 days ago RT @NWSMoreheadCity: TS Chantal will move NNW tonight & is expected to make landfall along the SC coast early Sun AM. The main concern for… 3 weeks 1 day ago Hurricane season tip of the week. Keep cash (small bills) in your emergency kit. ATMs and credit card machines may not work during a power outage. #BeAForce https://t.co/mChAIhJAmf 3 weeks 2 days ago A reminder that our offices will be closed Friday, July 4, in honor of Independence Day. 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