Gas Meter Technician

UnisourceEnergyServicesInc•Prescott, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In order to ensure compliance with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) the Company is required to have a plan to test a portion of existing residential meters for accuracy. The Gas Meter Technician will perform accuracy and quality assurance testing procedures on small, medium and large gas meters; both commercial and residential meters.

Requirements

Basic computer, technical skills and Excel knowledge.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Basic knowledge of operation/functions of gas meters.
Ability to maintain work schedule without direct supervision.
Move or carry heavy loads up to 50 lbs.
Required to be on feet for long periods of the day.
Safely operate forklift and flatbed transport vehicle.
Maintain a valid Arizona driver's license.
High school diploma or GED.
All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Techniques and procedures for using gas meter provers to test meter preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform accuracy testing procedures using meter proving equipment (in test & out test) on small, medium and large gas commercial and residential meters.
Perform in-testing of new meter inventory.
Performs necessary meter scrap functions to safely and efficiently dispose of meters no longer considered an asset.
Maintain electronic records of gas meter testing data.
Performs accuracy testing of meters requested by customers.
Enters meter information into computer database using keyboard/mouse.
Prepares gas meter testing data and submits reports to Asset Management Team monthly.
Operates forklift to move meter baskets to and from yard and meter shop area.
Operates and performs basic maintenance functions of sonic nozzle meter prover (SNAP and Model 5 transfer prover).
Maintains a clean workshop and storage area.
Performs meter inventories as needed.
When necessary, will transport meters between districts in flatbed transport vehicle.
All other related duties as required.