Meter Electrician - Field Tech & Meter Testing

American Electric Power Co.; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Meter Electrician-C to install and maintain self-contained meters up to 240 volts on-site and at customer sites.

You will read, install, test, and program meters, handle disconnects for non-payment, and investigate abnormal usage with safety compliance. Required are an associate degree in electrical technology or four years' related experience, plus a state driver license and ability to complete the company's training program.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience with metering and electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of testing and troubleshooting meters.

Responsibilities

• Read meters for cycle billing on schedule.
• Install, remove, disconnect, reconnect meters.
• Test single phase to polyphase self-contained meters for accuracy.
• Program meters and handle related equipment orders.
• Investigate irregular usage and energy diversion.
• Repair meters, sockets, and enclosures.
• Perform inventory management of meters and parts.
• Work from ladders and elevated platforms; follow safety practices.

Skills

Meter reading

Install meters

Troubleshooting

Test meters

Electrical safety

Communication

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology

4 years relevant work experience

Job description

American Electric Power Co. in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Meter Electrician-C to install and maintain self-contained meters up to 240 volts on-site and at customer sites.

You will read, install, test, and program meters, handle disconnects for non-payment, and investigate abnormal usage with safety compliance. Required are an associate degree in electrical technology or four years' related experience, plus a state driver license and ability to complete the company's training program.