Meter Technician, IBEW

lumaenergy; Aguadilla (PR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LUMA Energy in Aguadilla, PR, seeks a Field Metering Technician to perform service, testing, calibration and commissioning on metering equipment at field sites and substations. The role requires standby on-call, travel within the region, and the ability to work overnight when needed.

You will maintain records, troubleshoot CTs, PTs, PLCs, RTUs and HMIs, interpret drawings, follow safety plans and company procedures, and support other locations within the group as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in electrical technology from a recognized institution.
• 3 years of directly related experience.
• Experience with metering related instruments and software applications.
• Understanding of company safety practices and procedures.
• Familiarity of government, industry and company manuals and standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of maintenance, commissioning and installation activities performed on all metering equipment.
• Troubleshoot problems with measurement equipment including CTs, PTs, PLC, RTU and HMI equipment and/or systems, analyzes failures and complete reports.
• Perform maintenance testing and construction and commissioning activities on equipment e.g. meters, metering circuits, control circuits.
• Take standby and respond to trouble calls related to equipment failures and alarms.
• Identify and implement safety plans to eliminate hazards and follow established work standards and corporate policies.
• Prepare comprehensive, documented job plans with tools, steps, hazards and time estimates.
• Assist Supervisor by mentoring new employees and updating on-site drawings.
• Complete work assignments without supervision and act as on-site Employee in Charge when required.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform major storm restoration work and drills as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification in electrical technology

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsible for working in field metering and substation locations, performing service, repair, calibration, programming and testing activities on metering equipment, completing construction, installation and commissioning of equipment. Take standby and respond to trouble calls related to equipment failures and alarms. The incumbent will be responsible for the service activities of a given geographical area, overnight stays, traveling away from home base and assisting other locations within the group.

Job Description:

Perform maintenance testing and construction and commissioning activities on equipment e.g. meters, metering circuits, control circuits and devices related to metering and control circuits.

Maintain records of maintenance, commissioning and installation activities performed on all metering equipment.

Troubleshoot problems with measurement equipment including CTs, PTs, PLC, RTU and HMI equipment and/or systems, analyzes failures and complete reports.

Able to identify all health, safety and environmental hazards associated with the work performed, develop and implement safety plans to eliminate or mitigate those hazards. Job safety planning, adherence to safe work practices, operating company assigned vehicles are key components to the position

Understand and comply with established maintenance and work standards and all corporate policies, practices and procedures as well as all legislative regulations that apply to the work performed.

Ensure comprehensive, documented job plans exist for all work performed. These job plans include all required tools, test equipment, manpower (including skill level requirements), job steps, hazards/barriers and references to corporate policies, practices and procedures, Government Measurement Regulations as well as a realistic estimate of real-time job duration.

Assist Supervisor by providing on the job coaching and mentoring for new employees and identify improvements to systems/equipment/facilities.

Site related drawing interpretation and updating.

Complete work assignments without direct supervision and act as on-site Employee in Charge as required.

Take responsibility for the completion of assigned work and ensure the work is of the highest possible quality.

Follow all policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

This position is with IBEW Union 222. If you accept an offer of employment, you will be required to affiliate with the Union.

Additional Job Description:

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Relevant certification or diploma program related to the industry from a recognized technical or distance learning institution.
• 3 years of directly related experience
• Experience with metering related instruments and software applications.
• Understanding of company safety practices and procedures
• Familiarity of government, industry and company manuals and standards

License/Certifications

• Certification in electrical technology from a recognized technical or distance learning institution
• Master Electrician
• Valid Puerto Rico driver's license Category 9 is required
• Permit to Operate Commercial Vehicle from The Transport and Other Public Services Bureau (NTSP, "Negociado de Transporte y Otros Servicios Públicos de Puerto Rico")
• Driver's Record (DTOP)
• Valid First Aid Certification is preferred

Travel Requirements

80% Approximately

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Constantly
• Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching: Seldom
• Kneel: Seldom
• Grab: Frequently
• Bend: Seldom
• Lift/ Carry over: 31-50 LBS
• Vision: 20/20 Corrected
• Hearing: Receive detailed information if spoken to

Working Conditions

• Wet or humid: Frequently
• Working near or on heavy machinery: Seldom
• Working in high places: Seldom
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: Frequently
• Work with electricity: Frequently

This position is classified as a safety-sensitive function and is subject to the U.S. Department of Transportation's drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40. Candidates must meet all applicable federal requirements, including pre-employment and random testing, medical certification, and driver qualification standards.

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.