Meter Electrician-C

American Electric Power•San Benito, TX

1d•$35 - $36

About The Position

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises. The role involves meter reading, installation and testing, programming, troubleshooting, repair, and inventory management, as well as credit and collections work and investigation of usage and power quality issues. The position requires completing the Company's training and qualification program within 24 months of employment. Employees work independently under semi-direct supervision, follow safety and conduct requirements, communicate appropriately with employees and the public, and may assist with training other employees.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience totaling four years.
Relevant hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting electrical equipment; qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance.
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 the position within 24 months of employment.
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.
Effectively communicate courteously and appropriately with employees, customers, and the general public.

Responsibilities

Read meters as required for field orders and scheduled 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 disconnects and reconnects for non-payment.
Investigate irregular usage and 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.
Complete the Company's training and qualification program within 24 months of employment, 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.
Use computers and applications related to the position.
Communicate courteously and appropriately with employees, customers, and the general public, and promote a positive image of the Company.
Comply with the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct and report hazards and abnormal conditions.
Attend and participate in assigned training and assist in training other employees.