Journeyman Meterman

portlandgeneral; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 145,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland General Electric is seeking a Journeyman Meterman for our Wilsonville Operations Center to install, test, repair, and maintain meters while upholding safe work practices. The role requires a Journeyman meterman card, a valid driving medical card, and a clean driving license, along with knowledge of safety regulations.

You will engage with customers about meter accuracy and energy usage. Starting pay is $70.87 per hour with a day shift; you must live within a reasonable distance of

Qualifications

• Journeyman meterman card required.
• Valid driver\'s medical card required.
• Driver\'s license required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and OSHA required.
• Physically and mentally capable of performing the job.
• Ability to work well with customers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Work safely.
• Install, test, repair and maintain all types, sizes and voltages of alternating current meters.
• Operate meter shop activities: test equipment, refurbish meters, program, interface with meters and meter database.
• Maintain meter stock.
• Wire up and install current, potential, and special metering, and test and repair power meters.
• Perform distribution testing and investigate customer complaints regarding voltage fluctuations or high bills.
• Meet with customers and discuss meter accuracy and energy usage information.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Live within reasonable distance of headquarters.

Skills

Journeyman meterman card

Driver's license

Valid driving medical card

Safety regulations and OSHA

Customer interaction

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: (Essential Job 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 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: (Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required)

• 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. If you have been employed by PGE for less than 3 years, once you submit your Bid, you will receive a Supplemental Application form. The information you provide on the form related to the names and addresses of your previous employers during the preceding 3 years, dates of employment, reasons for leaving employment, whether you were subject to FMCSA while employed, whether your job was designated as a safety sensitive function in any DOT mode, may be used and your previous employers may be contacted.

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.

Starting pay is listed in the job posting above.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. 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. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [e-mail] or by calling 503‑464‑7250. The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.