Meter Electrician C

American Electric Power•Roanoke, VA

3d•$31 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Install and maintain electric meters of all types energized at any voltage in the shop, stations, switchyards, generating plants, and on customer premises. Install and maintain distribution grid control devices and automated metering and distribution grid network infrastructure. A successful candidate should live within 45 minutes of the John W. Vaughan Ctr Mtr/Str at 1281 North Electric Road, Roanoke, Virginia 24019. The role involves field work, customer interactions, overtime as needed—including extended daily shifts and weekends—and late shifts as needed. Work independently under semi-direct supervision while maintaining safe, efficient, and productive practices. Within 24 months of employment, complete the Company's training and qualification program, including classroom instruction, a written examination, job mentoring, and job performance demonstrations.

Requirements

Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology, or equivalent education and experience limited to military training and technical/technician work experience, such as aviation or nuclear instrumentation technician experience.
State driver license.
Must possess and maintain a medical certification card if required by law.
Within 24 months of employment, successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program, including classroom instruction, written examination, job mentoring, and job performance demonstrations.
Work overtime as needed, including extended daily shifts and weekends, and 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 the position.
Live within 45 minutes of the John W. Vaughan Ctr Mtr/Str at 1281 North Electric Road, Roanoke, VA 24019.

Responsibilities

Read meters as required for field orders and on schedule for cycle billing.
Install, remove, change, disconnect, and reconnect meters.
Test single-phase, network, and polyphase self-contained meters for proper operation and accuracy.
Program meters.
Perform Credit and Collections-related orders, including disconnection and reconnection for non-payment.
Investigate irregular usage.
Investigate energy diversion.
Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures.
Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meters and associated equipment.
Investigate self-contained service power-quality problems, install event recorders and neutral testers, and produce reports.
Perform work from ladders and elevated platforms.
Promote a positive image of the Company to customers and the general public.
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
Report hazards and abnormal conditions.
Attend and participate in assigned training and assist in training other employees.
Communicate courteously and appropriately with employees, customers, and the general public.
Use computers and applications related to the position.