ELECTRIC METERING TECHNICIAN I

City of Thomasville•Thomasville, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The individual in this position is responsible for learning the administration of and monitoring the status of the Electric department’s advanced metering infrastructure, SCADA system, and other data systems administered by the Electric department. This position will also go on-site to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair any AMI issues.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge in MS Office suite, particularly Access and Excel.
Ability to manage multiple assignments/projects and deadlines.
Good problem definition and solving techniques.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of electric utility infrastructure is preferred.
Basic knowledge of database theory and application is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor the AMI for the electric utility system.
Assist in troubleshooting meters and metering communication equipment.
Assist in repair and replacement of metering equipment as needed.
Register new meters on the required data systems.
Coordinate with the Billing department, Customer Service department, and any other utility work groups to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient data services for internal and external stakeholders.
Learn meter types and how to correctly wire meter services.
Inspect installed meters and meter bases.
Assisting with meter exchanges and recording necessary meter information.
Verify accurate metering and meter reporting.
Maintain digital and physical records related to asset management.
Import, export, and review new meter data and existing meter data to ensure data integrity.
Field check data discrepancies when required.
Assist in storm restoration when required.