Meter Electrician C-A

Job Summary

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises.

Job Description

• Read meters as required for field orders and on schedule for cycle billing.
• Install, remove, change, disconnect, and reconnect meters.
• Test single-phase, network, and polyphase self-contained meters for proper operation and accuracy.
• Program meters.
• Perform Credit and Collections related to orders including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment.
• Investigate irregular usage.
• Investigate energy diversion.
• Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures.
• Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meter and associated equipment.
• Investigate self-contained service power quality problems, install event recorders, neutral testers, and produce reports.
• Perform work from ladders and elevated platforms.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years.
• Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment.
• Examples include roles such as Meter Specialist, Meter Technician, Field Network Technician, or substation field personnel, as well as comparable military or industrial technical training.
• Licenses/Certifications: State Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a medical certification card, if determined to be required by law.

Other Requirements

• Within 24 months of employment, successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position including: classroom instruction; written examination; job mentoring; and job performance demonstrations.
• Work overtime as needed including extended daily shifts and weekends.
• Work late shifts as needed.
• Work independently under semi-direct supervision in a safe-efficient, and productive manner.
• Proficiently use computers and applications related to this position.
• Effectively communicate with other employees, customers, and the public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
• Promote a positive image of the Company to customers and the public.
• Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
• Report hazards and abnormal conditions.
• Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.

What You’ll Get

• In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
• The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Compensation

Compensation Grade: U022-150
Compensation Range: $30.12 - $56.36

Physical Demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.