Meter Electrician - Journey Worker

Job Responsibilities

• Checks, calibrates and maintains metering systems at substations and power generation plants.
• Repairs, tests and calibrates meters, test equipment, instrument transformers and related equipment.
• Maintains stock of parts and materials.
• Inspects customer-installed service equipment to ensure compliance with service requirements and tests for proper phasing, voltage, amperage and continuity.
• Installs and removes watt-hour meters, metering transformers and other equipment, coordinating with customers, engineers, contractors and other departments.
• Disconnects or reconnects electrical services and assists in the collection of overdue utility bills.
• Prepares and updates meter maps, drawings and records to ensure accurate billing and load information for customers.
• Investigates complaints and tests/troubleshoots metering and related electrical problems and investigates and documents the incidence of current diversion.
• Advises customers, electricians and other divisions on meter and service connection requirements.
• Programs computerized equipment for information storage, retrieval or analysis.
• Audits meter installations and systems to detect and correct metering errors and failures that result in lost or delayed revenue and customer dissatisfaction.
• Assures accuracy of measurements and data by utilizing and maintaining a system of standards, transfers and records precisely traceable to the National Bureau of Standards.

Qualifications

• Requires three years of experience in the construction, repair or maintenance of electronic equipment or completion of an apprenticeship program for electric meter service and repair (journey-level status) (or a combination of education, training or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

License, Certification And Other Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license.

Additional Information

• Emergency Response Commitment: Seattle City Light is committed to reliable service during emergencies. Through our Emergency Response Program, each employee is assigned a role—usually aligned with their regular duties—to support emergency operations. Your participation is required and vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most.

Salary Range

The full salary range for this position is $71.69 to $71.69 per hour.

Application Process

A cover letter and a current resume of your educational and professional work experience are welcome but not required.

Who May Apply

This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.