Journeyman Meterman

Portland General Electric; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric is seeking a Journeyman Meterman for meter installation, testing and maintenance at the Wilsonville Operations Center. The role includes meter shop work and stock management, with a focus on safe operation and customer service.

The position requires living within a reasonable distance of headquarters and involves daily coordination with customers. The candidate must hold a Journeyman meterman card, a valid driving medical card, and a driver's license, with OSHA

Qualifications

• Journeyman meterman card required.
• Valid driving medical card required.
• Driver's license required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and OSHA required.
• Physically and mentally able to perform the job.
• Able to get along well with customers and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Work safely.
• Install, test, repair and maintain all types, sizes and voltages of alternating current meters.
• Perform meter shop activities including operating all test equipment, refurbishing meters, programming, software interface with electronic meters and meter database support.
• Maintain the meter stock.
• Wire up and install current, potential, and special metering jobs, and test and repair power and demand meters.
• Do distribution testing as needed and discuss results with customers.
• Meet with customers and the public to discuss meter accuracy and energy usage information.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyman meterman card

Driver's license

Driving medical card

OSHA safety knowledge

Customer/public interaction

Physical and mental fitness

Job description

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. It is recognized that the Company is engaged in a public service requiring continuous operation, and it is agreed that recognition of such an obligation of continuous service is imposed upon both the Company and the Union.

Journeyman Meterman Headquarters: Wilsonville Operations Center Rate of pay: $70.87/hour Hours: Day Shift.

DUTIES

• Work safely
• Install, test, repair and maintain all types, sizes and voltages of alternating current meters.
• Perform meter shop activities including operating all test equipment, refurbishing all alternating current meters, programming, software interface with electronic meters and meter database support.
• Maintain the meter stock.
• Wire up and install current, potential, and special metering jobs, and test and repair power and demand meters.
• Do distribution testing as needed, including investigating customers' complaints regarding voltage fluctuations, high bills etc. This will often require discussing the results of the investigation with the customer.
• Meet with customers and other members of the public and discuss matters such as meter accuracy and energy usage information.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Will be required to live within reasonable distance of headquarters.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Journeyman meterman card required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driving medical card.
• Driver's license required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and OSHA required.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform the job efficiently and safely.
• Must be able to get along well with customers and general public.

The position for which you are applying is covered under the Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations as defined in 49 CFR Part 40 and 49 CFR Parts 380, 390 and 391 which became effective on October 29, 2004.

During the probationary period following reassignment to any job, at least two progress reports will be completed. These reports will be discussed with the employee by his/her immediate supervisor, and copies of each will be given to him/her.

We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future.

Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.

PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes.

Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

At Portland General Electric, we’re innovators, builders, and achievers. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector. We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all. We obsess over serving customers and are committed to growing employee career paths with purpose. Equity and inclusion are core business values; we celebrate our differences and are committed to developing teams that reflect the communities we serve.