MRO Specialist

American Electric Power•Elkhart, IN

1d•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the MRO Specialist installs, removes, changes, disconnects, and reconnects the Company's single-phase, network, and polyphase self-contained electric meters energized up to 260 volts. This role involves reading meters for field orders and cycle billing, testing meters for proper operation and accuracy, and performing credit and collections related orders including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment. The specialist will also investigate irregular usage and energy diversion, repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures, and manage the ordering, receiving, shipping, and storing of meters and associated equipment. Maintaining tools, equipment, vehicles, and the work area in a clean and orderly fashion, operating automotive equipment, and maintaining records and submitting reports are also key responsibilities. The role includes assisting employees of equal or higher classification and performing similar or less skilled work.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED.
Valid State Driver's License
Recommended test results from HireVue Meter Servicer Virtual Job Tryout.
Successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this classification within 24 months of employment, including classroom instruction, written testing, 560 hours of on-the-job mentoring, and job performance demonstrations.
Work overtime as needed, including extended daily shifts and weekends.
Work late shifts as needed.
Work in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.
Proficiently use computers and applications related to this classification.
Effectively communicate with other employees, customers, and the general public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
Promote a positive image of the Company to customers and the general public.
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
Report hazards, unsatisfactory conditions, irregular conditions, and abnormalities.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.

Responsibilities

Read meters as required for field orders and on schedule for cycle billing.
Install, program, remove, change, disconnect, and reconnect meters.
Test single phase and network meters for proper operation and accuracy.
Perform Credit and Collections related orders including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment.
Investigate irregular usage and energy diversion.
Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures.
Order, receive, ship, and store meters and associated equipment.
Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles and work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment, including radios.
Maintain records and submit reports as required.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
Perform similar or less skilled work.