Meter Technician I

Border States; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Border States is seeking a metering technician to troubleshoot electric meters and inspect wiring conditions in Omaha, NE. The role involves removing existing electric meters and conducting accuracy tests on installations. Adherence to safety standards is essential.

The candidate must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma or GED. A background in electricity is preferred, and experience with basic hand tools is required.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• A background in electricity is a plus but not required.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Experience with basic hand tools essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots issues on electric meters.
• Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions.
• Removes and replaces existing electric meters.
• Takes and records voltages.
• Conducts full ANSI C-12-meter accuracy tests.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to travel

Ability to learn to work with electricity

Ability to work in a team environment

Ability to work independently

Ability to work efficiently

Education

High School degree or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you’re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work.

This position will be located in: Omaha, NE

Application Deadline: Posted Until Filled. Please note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.

Job Summary

Works as a team member with the goal of becoming proficient in the field of metering. Troubleshoots issues on electric meters. Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions of all equipment involved. Removes and replaces existing electric meters. Takes and records voltages. Attends daily “Tailgate Meetings” with all involved personnel to maintain safety and guidance through the various conditions. All projects are field oriented and very little time is spent indoors.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Observes all conditions at the time of the service; often there can be hazards present that render conducting our efforts un-safe. Hazardous conditions require immediate contact with utility personnel and the lead technician on the project.
• Deploys AMR/AMI equipment.
• Typically works with single phase and low voltage systems.
• Removes and replaces existing electric meters
• Takes and records voltages
• Takes required photos of various conditions at the location.
• Notes all non-hazardous anomalies to assist utility personnel in determining their next step.
• Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions of all equipment involved.
• Verifies accuracy of electric meters and all connected equipment
• Determines the correct billing multiplier is in use. i.e. Voltage and Current Transformers
• Verifies ratio accuracy of current transformers under customer loads.
• Conducts full ANSI C-12-meter accuracy tests and calibration on residential installations (e.g., Substations and Utility Generation sites).
• Troubleshoots metering installations to determine losses when equipment failure or installation errors are discovered.
• Follows and complies with all required safety standards and supports a safe work environment.
• Completes all reports as needed and verify they are getting to the lead technician.

Non-essential Functions

• Attends daily “Tailgate Meetings” with all involved personnel to maintain safety and guidance through the various conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager or other designate.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age
• High School degree or GED
• A background in electricity is a plus but not required
• Requires a valid driver's license
• Experience with basic hand tools
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged
• Ability to travel
• Ability to learn to work with electricity
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Ability to work in an extremely efficient manner with a very minimal error rate.

Physical Requirements

Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day: Occasionally 0 – 33%; Frequently 34 – 66%; Continuously: 67 – 100%

• Lift from Waist: < 10 lbs (Continuously); 10 to 25 lbs (Continuously); 26 to 50 lbs (Frequently); 51 to 75 lbs (Occasionally); 75 to 100 lbs (Not at all); 100+ lbs (Not at all)
• Lift from Floor: < 10 lbs (Continuously); 10 to 25 lbs (Continuously); 26 to 50 lbs (Frequently); 51 to 75 lbs (Occasionally); 75 to 100 lbs (Occasionally); 100+ lbs (Occasionally)
• Carried for Distance: < 10 lbs (Continuously); 10 to 25 lbs (Continuously); 26 to 50 lbs (Frequently); 51 to 75 lbs (Not at all); 75 to 100 lbs (Not at all); 100+ lbs (Not at all)

Physical Activity

Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day:

• Sitting — Frequently
• Standing — Frequently
• Walking — Frequently
• Bending/stooping — Frequently
• Crawling — Occasionally
• Climbing/Walking Stairs — Frequently
• Reaching — Frequently
• Crouching/squatting — Frequently
• Kneeling — Occasionally
• Balancing — Frequently
• Repetitive motion — Occasionally
• Pivoting — Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling — Frequently
• Grasping — Frequently
• Fingering — Frequently
• Talking — Frequently
• Driving — Continuously
• Desk work — Occasionally
• Use of a computer — Occasionally
• Use of a telephone — Frequently
• Hearing — Frequently
• Exposure to adverse weather & temperature conditions — Continuously
• Travel to perform job duties — Continuously

Additional Information

This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Our History and Values

Border States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. We are one of the largest independent electrical distributors in the United States providing products and services to the construction, industrial and utility industries. We practice open-book management and our employee-owners are empowered with clearly defined levels of authority to be innovative and decisive.

Equal Opportunity For All

It’s not just the law. It’s something we’ve believed in since our founding. We value the diversity of all of our employee-owners and will always be an equal opportunity employer.

Pre-employment Screenings

• Criminal background check (required for all positions)
• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving)
• Drug testing

The MVR check and drug testing vary by role and will be communicated to the offered candidate during the onboarding process and as applicable.