Field Meter Servicer

AEP Texas Company, Inc.; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power's AEP Texas Company, Inc. is seeking a Meter Servicer to disconnect, reconnect, remove and install single-phase and three-phase meters up to 260 volts and related AMI equipment. You will read meters, investigate irregular readings, respond to service calls, and assist with meter inventory.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license. AEP offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for storm restoration work while

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• License: Valid state driver's license.
• HireVue: Recommended Meter Servicer test results required online (45 minutes).
• Experience: 1 year meter reading or related experience preferred; good communication.
• Skills: Basic understanding of electricity; safe work habits; confidentiality; willing to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Disconnect and reconnect electrical service by removing/installing meters up to 260V.
• Remove, install, or change meters when broken or operating improperly.
• Bypass meters and associated equipment when necessary.
• Respond to service calls on installations up to 260V and AMI equipment.
• Report irregularities and investigate energy diversion and tamper alerts.
• Inspect, test, adjust, clean, repair and program single-phase meters; manage stock.
• Develop knowledge of single-phase metering practices.
• Read billing and non-billing meters as assigned.
• Operate communication equipment and enter data into the work management system.
• Assist in storm restoration and perform related duties.

Skills

Meter reading

Communication skills

Basic electricity understanding

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Posting End Date 11-06-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Under general supervision, perform work pertaining to disconnecting, reconnecting, removing and installing single-phase and three-phase kilowatt-hour and demand meters not to exceed 260 volts and associated Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) equipment; read meters; investigate irregular readings, non-responding AMI components, energy diversion, tamper alerts, and inactive usage; contact customers, and perform single-phase meter test; to assist with meter inventory - inspect, maintain, service, pack and transport measurement equipment and other equipment as assigned, and perform associated duties. Must also provide assistance to first responders and Meter Electricians as required. Employee may perform miscellaneous, related and incidental work in addition to regular duties including overtime and call‑out rotations as requested.

Job Description

• Disconnect and reconnect electrical service to customer, as directed, by removal or installation of self‑contained single and three‑phase kilowatt‑hour meters or combination demand meters not to exceed 260 volts, for service orders, disconnects non‑payment, inactive usage, or as otherwise directed.
• Remove, install, or change self‑contained single and three‑phase kilowatt‑hour or demand meters when the meter is broken, stopped, or operating improperly.
• Bypass meters and/or associated equipment, when necessary.
• Respond to service calls (including call‑out rotations) on installations not to exceed 260 volts, single or three‑phase and associated AMI equipment as assigned.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions and conduct the investigation of energy diversion and tamper alerts.
• Receive, inspect, test, adjust, clean, repair and program single‑phase meters, take inventory of meter stock and resolve discrepancies as assigned.
• Develop a working knowledge of single‑phase self‑contained metering and metering practices.
• Read billing and non‑billing meters, as may be assigned.
• Operate communication equipment, including entering data via the appropriate work management system.
• Assist in storm restoration activities as requested.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

What You're Looking For

• Education requirements: High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• License(s)/Certification(s): Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This job requires "recommended" test results from HireVue Meter Servicer Virtual Job Tryout. This assessment is completed online, is untimed, and typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please refer to the Employment Test Prep section of our website https://www.aep.com/careers/testprep/ One year experience in meter reading or other related experience preferred. Acceptable written and verbal communication skills. Basic Understanding of Electricity. Must be available by telephone or by Company-provided pager or cell phone. Must have safe work habits and adhere to all safety rules and practices of the Company. Must be able to treat the Company’s and customers’ business as confidential. Must successfully complete all job demonstrations, examinations or other training required within such time frame as determined by the Company. Must be willing to work overtime as required by job responsibilities.

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. Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward‑thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: CPWT-K14

Compensation Range: $30.07 - $39.28

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. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer‑employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.

Our Culture

At American Electric Power, we provide more than electricity to our millions of customers — we energize possibilities. We’re redefining the future of energy by reducing our carbon footprint, empowering the communities we serve and building an engaged, talented workforce. All while delivering the reliable service our customers expect. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry. Are you ready to be part of it? We’re looking for team members to help create the grid of the future. Learn more about our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive work culture that values different experiences.