Meter Electrician C: Field Metering & Grid Tech

Appalachian Power Co.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Meter Electrician C to install and maintain electric meters and grid devices at our Roanoke facilities and customer sites. The role focuses on accurate meter operations, programing, and field service support with opportunities to investigate power quality issues.

Candidates should live within proximity of Roanoke, VA and complete the company's training program within 24 months.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology or military/technical equivalent.
• State Driver License and medical certification as required by law.
• Willingness to complete company training and certification program within 24 months.

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 operation and accuracy.
• Program meters.
• Handle credit and collections related orders including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment.
• Investigate irregular usage and energy diversion.
• Repair meters, meter sockets, and enclosures.
• Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meters and equipment.
• Investigate power quality problems and install event recorders; produce reports.
• Work from ladders and elevated platforms.

Skills

Meter reading

Electrical safety

Customer communication

Education

Associate's degree in electrical/electronic technology

Job description

American Electric Power (AEP) is seeking a Meter Electrician C to install and maintain electric meters and grid devices at our Roanoke facilities and customer sites. The role focuses on accurate meter operations, programing, and field service support with opportunities to investigate power quality issues.

Candidates should live within proximity of Roanoke, VA and complete the company's training program within 24 months.