Meter Electrician C-A

aep; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 4,149,000 - 7,764,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Meter Electrician C to install and maintain self-contained meters in the shop and on customer premises in Indiana. The role involves testing, programming, and servicing meters, with opportunities to advance to higher levels.

You will read meters for billing, perform voltage checks, troubleshoot faults, and support credit/collections activities for non-payment. Overtime and weekend work are required as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent education/work combination of four years.
• Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance with hands-on testing and troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Read meters for field orders and cycle billing.
• Install, remove, change, disconnect, and reconnect meters.
• Test single-phase, network, and polyphase meters for proper operation.
• Program meters.
• Perform credit and collections related to orders including disconnects for non-payment.
• Investigate irregular usage and energy diversion.
• Repair meters, sockets, and enclosures.
• Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meters and equipment.
• Investigate power quality problems and produce reports.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot relay controls for capacitors, regulators, and reclosers.
• Install antennas and radios for smart grid devices.
• Work from ladders and elevated platforms.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer applications

Safety awareness

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology

Tools

Metering equipment

Testing instruments

Relay/test equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Meter Electrician teams install and maintain self-contained electric meters in the shop and on customer premises.

Job Description

This job description reflects the Meter Electrician C job duties and requirements. Additional responsibilities and qualifications are needed in order to qualify at a higher level of a Meter Electrician B or A.

What you'll do as a Meter Electrician C

• Read meters as required for field order and on schedule for cycle billing.
• Install, remove, change, disconnect, and reconnect meters.
• Test single-phase, network, and polyphase self-contained meters for proper operation and accuracy.
• Program meters.
• Perform Credit and Collections related to order including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment.
• Investigate irregular usage.
• Investigate energy diversion.
• Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures.
• Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meter and associated equipment.
• Investigate self-contained service power quality problems, install event recorders, neutral testers, and produce reports.
• Program, test, and troubleshoot relay controls for capacitors, regulators, and reclosers.
• Install antennas and radios for smart grid devices.
• Perform work from ladders and elevated platforms.

What we're looking for in a successful candidate

• Within 24 months of employment, successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position including: classroom instruction; written examination; job mentoring; and job performance demonstrations.
• Work overtime as needed including extended daily shifts and weekends.
• Work late shifts as needed.
• Work independently under semi-direct supervision in a safe-efficient, and productive manner.
• Proficiently use computers and applications related to this position.
• Effectively communicate with other employees, customer, and the public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
• Promote a positive image of the Company to customer and the public.
• Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
• Report hazards and abnormal conditions.
• Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
• There are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.

Minimum Qualifications for all levels

• Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years.
• Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment. Examples include roles such as Meter Specialist, Meter Technician, Field Network Technician, or substation field personnel, as well as comparable military or industrial technical training.

Minimum experience for Meter Electrician B

• 24 months as a Meter Electrician C

Minimum experience for Meter Electrician A

• 24 Months experience as a Meter Electrician B.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below

• Valid State Driver's License.
• Must possess and maintain a medical certification card, if determined to be required by law.

What you'll get

• Meter Electrician roles have wages starting around $30/hour and can progress with training and experience to upwards of $50/hour.
• 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.
• 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: U021-150
• Compensation Range: $30.12 - $56.36

Physical Demand Level

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.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is 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