Meter Test Technician I

Delta Utilities; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Utilities in Lake Charles, LA seeks a skilled Gas Meter Technician to test, repair and maintain meters, regulators and related equipment, with field calibration and regulatory compliance as core duties. You will support large-volume customers and assist with meter installations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, plus either 3 years of natural gas operations experience or 2 years of advanced technical education in instrumentation/electronics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and basic English/math skills.
• 3+ years natural gas operations or 2 years advanced tech education in instrumentation/electronics.

Responsibilities

• Perform field tests on meters for calibration and service.
• Inspect, test, calibrate and repair field test meters and related equipment.
• Test, calibrate and maintain gas metering, regulating and SCADA devices.
• Inspect and repair regulators and pressure relief valves.
• Install, test, calibrate and repair recording instruments and telemetry gear.
• Travel for field work and respond to call-outs.

Skills

Diagnose electronics

Tools handling

Regulatory compliance

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma

Advanced tech ed in instrumentation/electronics

Tools

Transfer provers

Pressure calibrators

Temperature calibrators

Pressure gauges

Multimeters

Job description

Summary:

Tests, repairs and maintains gas meters for flow, pressure and accurate measurements; performs all aspects of large meter, regulator and relief valve installation, maintenance, calibration, testing and repair.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs field tests on meters for calibration upon institution of service and placement into service.
• Inspects, tests, calibrates and/or repairs field test meters, city gate stations, pressure regulating stations and related equipment as scheduled by the MIS program or upon special request.
• Test, calibrate and maintain gas metering, regulating, pressure recording and SCADA devices.
• Inspects and repairs district and rural regulators and regulators on field-test meters.
• Inspects and/or repairs control valves, pressure relief valves and other over pressure protection equipment.
• Installs, tests, calibrates and repairs recording instruments such as mechanical volume integrating gauges, recording pressure gauges, electronic correctors, base pressure gauges, recording thermometers and various electronic equipment supported by laptop computer.
• Installs, tests and repairs telemetering equipment, telephone modems and protective equipment.
• Coordinates and witnesses meter tests in conjunction with supplier’s measurement personnel.
• Checks and adjusts large capacity odorizers and repairs as necessary.
• Adjusts distribution system operating pressures as necessary.
• Assists operations personnel in the installation of large volume meter and regulator sets.
• Assists operations personnel in up-rating systems, solving pressure problems, etc.
• Assists with high bill complaint investigations requested by large volume customers.
• Performs other miscellaneous assignments including calibrating district personnel’s pressure gauges, painting stations, pressure study assistance.
• Must demonstrate commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Ethics and Compliance Code of Conduct, and other Company policies and procedures and take all required training courses.
• Must demonstrate respect for all individuals and adhere to the Company’s values and business practices.
• Able to demonstrate a strong aptitude for mechanical tasks, algebra, physics and electronics.
• Able to operate a personal computer.
• Able to exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.
• Able to work regular hours with occasional overtime.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle and enter and exit vehicle without assistance.
• Able to work with routine exposure to all weather conditions, dirty/greasy equipment, hot equipment and noise.
• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to explosive environment on occasion.
• Able to travel long distances in a vehicle with occasional overnight stays.
• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for safety sensitive position.

Education:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent knowledge of English, mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages), punctuation, grammar and spelling

Experience:

Requires either a minimum of 3 years of natural gas operations experience or a minimum of two years of advanced technical education and/or experience in instrumentation, electronics and/or measurement applications regardless of industry.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Licences/Certifications, Abilities & Personal Characteristics (KSLAPs):

• Able to diagnose and repair electronic equipment.
• Able to use a variety of tools effectively, such as transfer provers, pressure and temperature calibrators, analog and digital pressure gauges, multimeters, etc.
• Able to understand and comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, company and industry operating standards and safety procedures.
• Able to use creative abilities and innovative thinking to solve problems with logical solutions, multi-task, make good decisions and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Able to apply motivation, demonstrate customer focus and provide solutions to meet our customer needs.
• Able to demonstrate willingness to learn continuously, understand business philosophy and apply technical specifications appropriately.
• Able to perform duties according to company policies and procedures.
• Able to respond to call-outs or work outside of normal scheduled time.
• Able to communicate well, demonstrating courtesy, tact, good judgment and professional conduct during contact with customers, both in person and by telephone.
• Able to provide a valid state driver's license and to present and maintain a good driving record.
• Able to operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to exert in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time.
• Able to work regular hours with occasional overtime. Able to operate a motor vehicle and enter and exit vehicle without assistance.

Working Conditions:

• Able to work with routine exposure to all weather conditions, dirty/greasy equipment, hot equipment and noise.
• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to explosive environment on occasion.
• Able to travel long distances in a vehicle with occasional overnight stays.
• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for safety sensitive position.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. preferred for the position

• Class D with Class A CDL preferred driver’s license or with the expectation of obtaining one within the first 6-months of employment.