Meter Tech

Job Description: Meter Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Meter Technician is responsible for performing skilled electrical and mechanical work in the removal and installation of a Single Phase 2S SD Meters only.

DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

- Responsible for changing all non-communicating Oncor electrical meters.

- Reads and records consumption of residential and commercial meters with mobile and hand-held reading devices and manual reads; verifies that readings are within parameters and troubleshoots problems related to meters and reading equipment.

- Posts notices at physical locations regarding billing, customer information, encroachment issues and perform work required to keep meter pits accessible.

- Ensures proper inventory of meter-related equipment and parts;

- Maintains records of work performed and materials used.

- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma/GED; AND two (2) years of customer service experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of:

- Safe work methods and safety regulations while performing maintenance work.

- Record keeping practices of work performed.

- Computer applications related to the work with a focus on meter reading and word documents.

- Techniques for dealing with angry or individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.

Skill in:

- Identifying and resolving operational, technical, and procedural problems and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

- Safely operating an assortment of measurement tools and equipment.

- Using computers, associated software packages and electronic meter reading equipment.

- Safely driving a variety of light duty vehicles.

- Understanding and following oral and written directions.

- Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.

- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strength and mobility to work in a typical field setting, including operating hand and power tools; stamina to perform sustained physical labor, including standing, walking, climbing, and working in confined or awkward spaces; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.

Work is subject to exposure to frequent travel, extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, dust and noxious odors.