Meter Electrician - Field Technician (Up to $37/hr)

AEP Service Corporation

Victoria (TX)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 50,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

AEP Service Corporation is seeking skilled personnel to install and maintain self-contained electric meters energized up to 240 volts in the shop and on customer premises in Victoria, TX. You will read meters, install or replace meters, test for accuracy, program devices, and handle disconnects for non-payment while performing power quality investigations.

Qualified candidates have an associate degree in electrical/electronic technology or equivalent experience, with hands-on testing and

Qualifications

Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years.

Responsibilities

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.