Apprentice Meter I

About the role

Performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of metering facilities. This is the entry level of the Apprentice Meter Worker program. The employee is expected to progress through the four-year apprentice program and become a Journeyman Meter Worker. Work is performed under close supervision of the Meter Supervisor. Journeyman, or Technician.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Learn to use all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety procedures used in their apprentice track.
• Learn the materials and tools used in their apprentice track and the proper application and care of each.
• Learn basic methods and material of construction and maintenance.
• Satisfactorily complete the written curriculum for apprentice level I.
• Assist Journeyman and other Apprentices in the completion of day‑to‑day work.
• Tests, calibrates, repairs and installs single phase electric meters.
• Maintains records of test results, meter locations, and related information.
• Makes on‑site testing of existing meter services.
• Performs related tasks as required.
• Possibility of out‑of‑town work (Mutual Aide).
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations within 60 minutes.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• This position is Mission Critical during emergencies.

Requirements

• Ability to lift and handle equipment greater than 100 pounds.
• Assemble hardware for metering installations.
• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions with some indoor work required.
• Works with and around energized, high‑voltage electric lines.
• Regularly works around heavy machinery and equipment.

Skills

• General knowledge of the practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in the construction and maintenance of electrical distribution and metering systems.
• General knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with electrical distribution and metering duties and the safety precautions required.
• Ability to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
• Skill in the use and care of tools of