Part-Time Metering Technician

Ozarks Electric Cooperative Corporation; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozarks Electric Cooperative Corporation is seeking a Metering Tech to assist in testing, installation, maintenance, and monitoring of metering apparatus and equipment. You will support Meter Technicians with installing three-phase metering gear, test and program meters per ANSI/CEMC standards, and perform AMR device testing.

Inventory duties are also included. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent preferred, good communication, ability to learn CPR/first aid, and a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Skills: Learn and perform first aid and CPR. Good written and oral communication; follow instructions.
• Equipment: Use a computer in Windows environment and retrieve data from electronic devices. Valid driver's license required.
• Physical effort: Physically fit to walk and perform duties over all terrain; lift/move 25–35 pounds.
• Working conditions: Occasional exposure to moving parts, weather, and high voltage equipment.
• Ozarks Electric is an EOE/AA/W/M/VETERAN/Disability employer.

Responsibilities

• Assists Meter Technicians with installation of three phase metering equipment.
• Accurately tests and programs meters by ANSI and CEMC standards using calibration equipment.
• Performs computerized testing/programming of AMR devices.
• Accurately inventories metering equipment.

Skills

First aid

CPR

Communication (written and oral)

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows computer

Driver's license

Job description

Job offers are contingent on passing a background check, proof of eligibility to work in the U.S., and passing a drug test. Ozarks does not accept medical marijuana cards because all our positions are considered safety sensitive.

POSITION SUMMARY

To assist in testing, installation, maintenance, and monitoring of apparatus and special equipment related to metering.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Lead Electrical Tech

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists Meter Technicians with installation of three phase metering equipment.
• Accurately follows instructions for testing and programming all meters by ANSI and CEMC standards using computer driven calibration equipment.
• Performs computerized testing/programming of AMR devices.
• Accurately inventories metering equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

The Metering Tech shall be required to perform any other duties assigned to fulfill the objectives of the Cooperative.

EXTERNAL CONTACTS

• General Public: To represent the Cooperative in a positive manner.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Education, Job Knowledge and Training: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Must be able to learn and perform first aid and CPR. Must have good written and oral communication skills and must be able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form.

Equipment Operated: Must be able to use a computer in Windows environment and to retrieve data from various electronic devices. Must have valid driver's license without violation, which would prohibit insurability.

Physical Effort: Must be physically fit to walk and perform job duties over all terrain and in all environments. Must be able to lift and move 25 to 35 pounds.

Working Conditions: Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, high, outside weather conditions, and close proximity to energized high voltage equipment.

Ozarks Electric is an EOE/AA/W/M/VETERAN/Disability employer