Meter Electrician C-A

American Electric Power Co.; Tulsa, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Meter Technician to install and maintain self-contained meters energized up to 240 volts. You will read, install, test, and program meters, and manage related service orders as part of ongoing cycle billing.

Qualified candidates will have an associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or equivalent and hands-on experience with testing and troubleshooting electrical equipment. Substation or metering backgrounds are a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or equivalent (4 years of education/experience).
• Hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment experience preferred.
• Backgrounds in substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems or electrical maintenance acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Read meters as required for field order and 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.
• Handle Credit and Collections related orders including disconnect/reconnect for non-payment.
• Investigate irregular usage and energy diversion.
• Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures.
• Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meter equipment.
• Investigate power quality problems and produce reports.
• Work from ladders and elevated platforms.

Skills

Meter testing

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Instrument controls

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology

Job description

Job Summary

Install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• 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 meter for proper operation and accuracy
• Program meters
• Perform Credit and Collections related 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
• Perform work from ladders and elevated platforms

What We'RE Looking For

• 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.

Required License(s)/Certification(s)

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

Other Requirements

• Must live within 35 mile radius/40 roadway miles of service location
• 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 general public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
• Promote a positive image of the Company to customer and the general 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.

Principal Line of Progression

From: Direct employment To: Meter Electrician B

Compensation

Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: U070-R32
Compensation Range: $34.69 - $56.36

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 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.

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.