The homeowner stated she'd called the utility and then she handed me a note from them (I had to LOL at the last line )
From the note.
Must have qualified person correct. If you are qualified that's OK
Depending on the rules in your area for better or worse this could be true.
I have learned that here where I live only a person that installs wiring for a fee has to be licensed, permitted and inspected.
It may not be what they wanted but it is how the law is written.
Bob