Meter Electrician-C

American Electric Power•Corpus Christi, TX

About The Position

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises. The role includes meter reading, installation and testing, credit and collections work, investigations, equipment repair and inventory, and service power quality work. Employees work independently under semi-direct supervision and must follow safe and productive work practices, communicate courteously, promote a positive company image, comply with the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct, report hazards and abnormal conditions, and participate in assigned training. Within 24 months of employment, employees must successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program, including classroom instruction, a written examination, job mentoring, and job performance demonstrations. Overtime, extended daily shifts, weekends, and late shifts may be required.

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 may 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.
Successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program 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.
Comply with the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.

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.
Report hazards and abnormal conditions; attend and participate in assigned training and assist in training other employees.