Meter Technician, IBEW

LUMA Energy•Aguadilla, PR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for working in field metering and substation locations, performing service, repair, calibration, programming and testing activities on metering equipment, completing construction, installation and commissioning of equipment. Take standby and respond to trouble calls related to equipment failures and alarms. The incumbent will be responsible for the service activities of a given geographical area, overnight stays, traveling away from home base and assisting other locations within the group. Perform maintenance testing and construction and commissioning activities on equipment e.g. meters, metering circuits, control circuits and devices related to metering and control circuits. Maintain records of maintenance, commissioning and installation activities performed on all metering equipment. Troubleshoot problems with measurement equipment including CTs, PTs, PLC, RTU and HMI equipment and/or systems, analyzes failures and complete reports. Able to identify all health, safety and environmental hazards associated with the work performed, develop and implement safety plans to eliminate or mitigate those hazards. Job safety planning, adherence to safe work practices, operating company assigned vehicles are key components to the position Understand and comply with established maintenance and work standards and all corporate policies, practices and procedures as well as all legislative regulations that apply to the work performed. Ensure comprehensive, documented job plans exist for all work performed. These job plans include all required tools, test equipment, manpower (including skill level requirements), job steps, hazards/barriers and references to corporate policies, practices and procedures, Government Measurement Regulations as well as a realistic estimate of real-time job duration. Assist Supervisor by providing on the job coaching and mentoring for new employees and identify improvements to systems/equipment/facilities Site related drawing interpretation and updating Complete work assignments without direct supervision and act as on-site Employee in Charge as required Take responsibility for the completion of assigned work and ensure the work is of the highest possible quality Follow all policies and procedures Other duties as assigned Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned This position is with IBEW Union 222. If you accept an offer of employment, you will be required to affiliate with the Union.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Relevant certification or diploma program related to the industry from a recognized technical or distance learning institution.
3 years of directly related experience
Experience with metering related instruments and software applications.
Understanding of company safety practices and procedures
Familiarity of government, industry and company manuals and standards
Certification in electrical technology from a recognized technical or distance learning institution
Master Electrician
Valid Puerto Rico driver’s license Category 9 is required
Permit to Operate Commercial Vehicle from The Transport and Other Public Services Bureau (NTSP, "Negociado de Transporte y Otros Servicios Públicos de Puerto Rico")
Driver's Record (DTOP)
Candidates must meet all applicable federal requirements, including pre-employment and random testing, medical certification, and driver qualification standards.

Nice To Haves

Valid First Aid Certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance testing and construction and commissioning activities on equipment e.g. meters, metering circuits, control circuits and devices related to metering and control circuits.
Maintain records of maintenance, commissioning and installation activities performed on all metering equipment.
Troubleshoot problems with measurement equipment including CTs, PTs, PLC, RTU and HMI equipment and/or systems, analyzes failures and complete reports.
Identify all health, safety and environmental hazards associated with the work performed, develop and implement safety plans to eliminate or mitigate those hazards.
Ensure comprehensive, documented job plans exist for all work performed.
Assist Supervisor by providing on the job coaching and mentoring for new employees and identify improvements to systems/equipment/facilities
Site related drawing interpretation and updating
Complete work assignments without direct supervision and act as on-site Employee in Charge as required
Take responsibility for the completion of assigned work and ensure the work is of the highest possible quality
Follow all policies and procedures
Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned