Apprentice Meter Tech (Multiple Location)

Southern Company • Jonesboro, AR

271d • $7,120

About The Position

Georgia Power Metering Department plays an integral part in Georgia economy. Hospitals, government agencies, schools, businesses, and individuals will be relying on you to provide reliable electric service and accurate billing information. If you are looking for a career in which you can make a difference and serve Georgians, consider becoming an Apprentice Meter Tech. Available Locations: Atlanta, Lawrenceville, Jonesboro, Smyrna, Macon, Valdosta, Savannah, Columbus. Our Apprentice Meter Tech positions are typically located throughout the state of Georgia. Your ability to work anywhere in the state could be a factor in any hiring decisions. Flexibility in desired work locations is essential for progression through the Apprentice Meter Tech program. All candidates must be available to work within a certain distance of their assigned operating headquarters (upon hire). No relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

• Documented minimum of 2-year vocational/technical school degree / Associate in Electronics/Electrical/Telecommunications study, military training OR at least 4 years' work experience with installation, maintenance, and testing of commercial and industrial meter systems and current meter technologies OR a combination of related work experience/military training and credits towards a 2-year degree/certification in Electronics/Electrical/Telecommunications - TOTALING 4 or more years.
• Detailed knowledge of electrical theory and mechanical principles.
• Excellent math calculation skills necessary.
• Basic understanding of Electrical Distribution Systems.
• Knowledge/training and/or work experience of vectors, trigonometry, AC/DC circuits, transformers, single/three phase metering systems, meter sockets, installations of meters (connect/reconnect/disconnect) and/or meter testing are a plus.
• Prior experience with AMI Smart Meters and/or Smart Meter Network is a plus.
• Intermediate Computer Skills (file management, Windows, and Microsoft Office Applications) required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Proven excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated good organizational skills.
• Proven problem solver.
• Knowledge of hand tools.
• Valid driver license and ability to obtain a valid Driver's License (CMV), with maximum gross vehicle weight rating of over 10,000 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with AMI Smart Meters and/or Smart Meter Network.

Responsibilities

• Interface with other departments in Georgia Power Company (including Marketing, Customer Services, Engineering, and Line), Customers, Electrical Contractors, and Electrical Inspectors to ensure metering installations are installed safely and meet Georgia Power Company specifications.
• Install and maintain single phase and three phase mechanical and electronic self-contained metering installations.
• Install transformer-rated metering systems, including sizing instrument transformers, determining multipliers, programming solid-state meters, and wiring and maintenance of all types of single and three phase transformer-rated installations.
• Perform field tests on all types of self-contained and transformer-rated mechanical and electronic meters.
• Install, test and maintain pulse metering systems, including relays, recorders, totalizers, telecommunication systems, download load profile data, and determining pulse values.
• Install and program multifunction meters, hands-on design, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting of multi-circuit, multi-function metering systems.
• Work outside in inclement weather.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Annual incentive awards for eligible employees.
• Health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Associate degree