Meter Technician

Cordia LLC • Omaha, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Meter Technician inspects, tests, troubleshoots, configures, repairs, calibrates, and commissions instrumentation supporting customer metering and plant operations in downtown Omaha. This role helps ensure safe, reliable, and uninterrupted customer service by maintaining metering, control, and monitoring systems and providing responsive plant support. This position is based at the Omaha Main Plant.

Requirements

• Ability to learn, maintain, and improve Cordia Omaha metering systems and PLC-based control and monitoring systems.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and the ability to learn required database and training systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of operations and maintenance practices that support safe, efficient, and reliable production.
• Strong safety-first mindset and demonstrated commitment to safe work practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to share knowledge and train coworkers.
• Ability to develop work plans and maintenance schedules; familiarity with project scheduling software is preferred.
• Knowledge of district energy systems is preferred.
• Experience with industrial HVAC systems, steam boilers, and auxiliary equipment is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or technical training in automation, electronics, instrumentation, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working in or around an industrial power or energy plant, utility, or similar operating environment.
• At least five years of demonstrated electrical experience or aptitude.
• At least five years of demonstrated PLC experience; Allen-Bradley experience is preferred.
• At least two years of experience with flow measurement systems.
• At least two years of experience working directly with contractors and vendors.
• Experience complying with OSHA requirements, company safety policies, and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated record of safe work practices and dependable attendance.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators, safety glasses, a hard hat, appropriate footwear, hearing protection, and fall protection.
• Ability to work safely around rotating and energized equipment, hazardous materials, and chemicals.
• Ability to climb ladders; move or assist with moving large or awkward objects; and push, pull, and use tools required for equipment repair.
• Ability to transport and use calibration and testing equipment.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Availability for occasional overtime, including nights and weekends, as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with project scheduling software is preferred.
• Knowledge of district energy systems is preferred.
• Experience with industrial HVAC systems, steam boilers, and auxiliary equipment is a plus.
• An associate degree or technical training in automation, electronics, instrumentation, or a related field is preferred.
• Allen-Bradley experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, configure, repair, calibrate, and commission customer metering and plant instrumentation.
• Perform instrumentation maintenance and operational tasks safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Complete equipment cleanup, general maintenance, calibrations, and required documentation.
• Organize and restock supplies and maintain inventory for metering systems.
• Provide timely updates to the supervisor regarding ongoing projects, maintenance activities, and emerging issues.
• Communicate professionally with Cordia customers, contractors, vendors, and coworkers.
• Use hand and power tools safely to complete assigned work.
• Maintain high standards of safety, business conduct, discipline, and ethical behavior while complying with company policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED