Meter Technician Assc - Sr (San Benito/Pharr, TX)

American Electric Power•San Benito, TX

5d•$26 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, perform technical work and related activities associated with the planning, engineering, design, analysis, research, development, testing, construction, maintenance and operation of Company equipment and facilities. Meter Technician responsibilities and job scope are specific to the organizational unit (e.g. region, district, section, etc.) and may vary depending on organizational unit. This posting is intended to fill two open positions.

Requirements

Must have a two year associate degree in electrical/electronic technology.
None expected for this level of progression.
Possess a valid state driver license.
Attain licenses, certifications, permits, notaries, etc., required for area of responsibility.
Must have safe work habits and adhere to all safety rules and practices of the Company.
Acceptable written and verbal communications skills.
Work productively and function effectively in a team environment.
Must be willing to work overtime as required by job responsibilities.
Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current job classification.
Must be able to hear spoken words via telephone, cell phone or during individual or group meetings.
Must be physically capable of performing all the essential physical functions of the position.
Depending on assignment, may be required to work on customer facilities in remote or rough terrain.

Responsibilities

Assists in resolving conflict, builds consensus; also assists in developing and presenting technical reports clearly, concisely, and effectively.
Provides input in areas that affect the work of the team, also maintains an awareness of risk; exhibits awareness of AEP competitive position and how business decisions impact their organizational unit; understands organizational goals and offers suggestions on how best to achieve these goals.
Demonstrates the ability to understand and perform technical functions required in relevant area of assignment; demonstrates a good ability to use technical and computer tools to perform assignments in most cost effective method possible; demonstrates good knowledge and ensures compliance with standards, codes, regulations, practices, and procedures in area of assignment.
Assists in preparing cost estimates for non-routine work, i.e., special projects as assigned; uses records to better plan future work; plans, organizes and conducts meetings.
Works routine assignments by problem solving; seeks out new opportunities and areas of learning which increases value to AEP.
Repairs electronic instruments, controls, and equipment in a cost efficient manner.
Provides support in the daily operation of the repair shop facilities including analysis of data, preparation of reports, maintaining records, etc.
Provide solutions and solve routine and moderately complex problems.
Assists in developing software programs related to meter services activities which are cost effective and support improved productivity.
Tests, maintains, and operates all types of metering equipment and related test equipment including single phase meters, polyphase meters, electromechanical meters, electronic meters and equipment, multifunctional meters, data recorders, transducers, hand held PC, power quality equipment, standards, controls, etc.
Supports Transmission and Generation level metering, including the programming, installation, and testing, as required.
Participates in the development of training material and provide training support for internal and external audiences, related to meter services.
Performs acceptance evaluations on new equipment; evaluate failure of new and old equipment; document results, compile reports, and make recommendations for equipment applications or resolution of problems.
Provides assistance to others in the performance of technical work related to engineering; provide sketches, drawings, material lists, cost estimates, reports, etc., as required.
Performs duties in accordance with the Company safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
Complies with and supports ethically sound behavior and instill a sense of shared accountability among employees.
Perform other duties as assigned by proper authority.