Meter Electrician C

American Electric Power•Columbus, OH

4d•$30 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises. This role involves testing, programming, investigating usage irregularities, repairing meters and associated equipment, and performing power quality investigations. The position requires the ability to work independently, use computers proficiently, and communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years.
Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment.
State Driver License.
Must possess and maintain a medical certification card, if determined to be required by law.
Successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position within 24 months of employment, including classroom instruction, written examination, job mentoring, and job performance demonstrations.
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.
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
Report hazards and abnormal conditions.
Attend and participate in training as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Examples include roles such as Meter Specialist, Meter Technician, Field Network Technician, or substation field personnel, as well as comparable military or industrial technical training.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises.
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 meters for proper operation and accuracy.
Program meters.
Perform Credit and Collections related orders 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 meters 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.
Use computers and applications related to this position proficiently.
Effectively communicate with other employees, customers, and the general public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
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 training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.