Meter Electrician-C

American Electric Power•Victoria, TX

About The Position

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises. The position performs meter reading, installation, testing, programming, repair, and investigation work, including credit and collections orders and power-quality issues. It also handles meter-related equipment inventory and performs work from ladders and elevated platforms. The employee must complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position within 24 months of employment. Work is performed independently under semi-direct supervision, with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, productivity, customer service, and compliance with company policies.

Requirements

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience totaling four years.
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 required by law.
Within 24 months of employment, successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position.
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.
Communicate effectively and courteously with employees, customers, and the general public.
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct and report hazards and abnormal conditions.

Responsibilities

Read meters as required for field orders and according to cycle-billing schedules.
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 classroom instruction, written examinations, job mentoring, and job-performance demonstrations as part of the Company's training and qualification program.
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.