Metering Technician

Essential Functions:

• Assumes responsibility for the efficient performance of metering support functions.
  • Installs new and upgraded metering parts as necessary.
  • Tests and calibrates metering equipment to ensure that measuring and billing functions are accurate.
  • Verifies that metering data is accurately recorded on an hourly and daily basis.
  • Performs troubleshooting activities for equipment failures and malfunctions.
  • Assists with installation, maintenance, and testing of relays, SCADA, and substation equipment.
  • Provides assistance with computer and communications equipment as needed.
  • Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring that metering functions are completed in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
  • Follows established quality and safety standards.
  • Meets deadlines.
  • Inspects work upon completion.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication and coordination with Company personnel and management.
  • Assists related departments as required. Answers questions and resolves problems.
  • Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant concerns.
  • Conducts ongoing reviews of existing metering operations and provides suggestions so improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Attends and participates in meetings as required.
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
  • Stocks necessary equipment and supplies as assigned.
  • Ensures that work area is clean, secure, and well maintained.
  • Completes special projects as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Experience Required:

• Two to three years of related experience.
• Journeyman Meter Tech Certification is required.
  • Apprentices, will be required to take the IPSA Meter Tech Program
    with a max of two step test failures to maintain employment.

Required Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of metering systems, related hardware, and current and voltage circuits.
• Understanding of testing and calibrating functions.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong technical skills in installation and maintenance of metering equipment.
• Problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Willingness to assist others.
• Good oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to use hand tools, testing equipment, PC and computer applications.