ELEC METER SVC TECH
About The Position
Fayetteville Public Works Commission is seeking a skilled Electric Meter Service Technician to support the installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of commercial and industrial electric metering systems. This position specializes in instrument-rated metering using current transformers (CTs) and related equipment while supporting the reliable delivery of electric service throughout the community. The successful candidate will work with energized and de-energized distribution, transmission, and generation equipment, investigate meter-related issues and service abnormalities, respond to outages, and provide technical expertise for complex metering installations and repairs. Extended hours, emergency standby, and call-back availability are required.
Requirements
- Graduation from a two (2) year accredited college/technical school with a degree or certification in engineering/ electronic/electrical technology and a minimum of two (2) years of experience as an electric CT meter tech, service lineman, or related field working in/for an electric utility; OR Graduation from high school or possession of high school equivalency diploma and a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience as defined above; OR An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Must obtain and maintain a North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of employment.
- Must maintain required safety certifications and training.
- Must remain current on industry practices through ongoing training and professional development.
- Ability to work extended hours, emergency standby assignments, and call-back situations.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with commercial and industrial electric metering.
- Knowledge of instrument-rated metering and current transformer (CT) installations.
- Understanding of electrical theory and utility operations.
- Experience working on energized electrical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Knowledge of meter forms and their proper application.
- Experience using CT test equipment, meter test standards, and power quality recording equipment.
- Familiarity with overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively.
- Moderate computer skills and experience using utility work management systems.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Install, test, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and industrial electric metering systems.
- Install and maintain current transformers (CTs), voltage transformers, meters, and associated wiring.
- Investigate metering issues, power outages, service abnormalities, and equipment failures.
- Troubleshoot and repair high-current, high-voltage instrument-rated meter services.
- Read commercial and industrial electric meters and perform meter testing activities.
- Assist line crews and substation personnel with transmission, distribution, and generation equipment.
- Perform emergency repairs and service restoration activities during outages.
- Work on both overhead and underground electric services.
- Operate bucket trucks, meter testing equipment, CT testing equipment, and power quality monitoring devices.
- Create, track, dispatch, and complete work orders and service requests.
- Prepare reports, logs, and supporting documentation.
- Provide technical assistance regarding meter services and customer account issues.
- Safely work on energized electrical services and equipment when required.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunity to work with advanced commercial and industrial metering technologies
- Career growth within a public power utility
- Hands-on technical work supporting critical electric infrastructure
- Meaningful work serving the Fayetteville community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
