Meter Electrician C - A

American Electric Power•Charleston, WV

7h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is posted as a range, and we bill filled based on experience and education. The successful candidate must live within a 45-minute reporting time of the North Charleston Service Center, 404 29th Street W, Charleston, WV 25387. The company is AEP, an energy company committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions, guided by a mission to put the customer first. They strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving how they serve their communities.

Requirements

Associates Degree in electrical/electronic technology
Equivalent education and experience is limited to military training and work experience of technical/technician nature (such as aviation and nuclear instrumentation technician)
State Driver License
Must possess and maintain a medical certification card, if determined to be required by law
Within 24 months of employment, successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position including: classroom instruction; written examination; job mentoring; and job performance demonstrations

Nice To Haves

Live within a 45-minute reporting time of the North Charleston Service Center

Responsibilities

Read meters as required for field order and on schedule for cycle billing
Install, remove, change disconnect, and reconnect meters
Test single phase, network, and polyphase self-contained meter for proper operation and accuracy
Program meters
Perform Credit and Collections related order including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment
Investigate irregular usage
Investigate energy diversion
Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures
Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meter and associated equipment
Investigate self-contained service power quality problems, install event recorders, neutral testers, and produce reports
Perform work from ladders and elevated platforms
Work overtime as needed including extended daily shifts and weekends
Work late shifts as needed
Work independently under semi-direct supervision in a safe-efficient, and productive manner
Proficiently use computers and applications related to this position
Effectively communicate with other employees, customer, and the general public in a courteous and appropriate manner
Promote a positive image of the Company to customer and the general public
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct
Report hazards and abnormal conditions
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees