Electric meter technician job description

GENERAL DUTIESThe normal duties may include but are not limited to: 1. Employee will be knowledgeable of and follow all safety rules, procedures and practices.2. Employee will, when directed by supervision, report to assigned locations for the purpose of receiving training and will actively participate in the training activities.3. Employee will exhibit an adequate competency level pertaining to activities delineated in the Duties and Qualifications sections of this job classification. Demonstrate such competency via performance of job duties and training and testing programs administered at intervals prescribed by Louisville Gas and Electric to assure correct classification of employees. 4. Employee will, during the normal performance of his duties, watch for and promptly report to supervision any damaged or defective equipment or conditions which may cause damage or injury. 5. Employee will perform duties of lower or higher classifications that are incidental to the job and are within his/her capabilities including those needed for the purpose of training in the requirements of the higher classifications. 6. Employee will keep all equipment, tools, materials and work areas in a clean and orderly condition. 7. Employee will report as directed to any facility for any shift where needed. 8. Employee will perform work in a responsible and cooperative manner to facilitate a positive working environment. 9. Employee will compile information and generate reports, forms and documents as required. 10. Employee will represent the Company to the community with attention to the highest standard of conduct, appearance and attitude. SPECIFIC DUTIESDuties that may include, but are not limited to:1. Employee will learn to adjust and test single phase meters in the meter shop. 2. Employee will unpack meters and instrument transformers. 3. Employee will learn to read meters in connection with work performed. 4. Employee will assist meter inspector, polyphase meter tester or meter installer in the field. 5. Employee will assist in keeping the meter shop clean, organized and in a safe working environment. 6. Employee will operate company vehicles and become familiar with the company service area.

7566BR

**State:**

Kentucky

**Physical Effort:**

Lifting, walking and driving.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

1. Employee must have a working knowledge of arithmetic, simple algebra, and trigonometry is a plus. 2. Employee must be capable of acquiring a working knowledge in the field of electricity and become proficient in the installation and testing of measurement instruments and devices. 3. Employee must have mechanical aptitude. 4. Employee must have ability to learn the operation and construction of electric meters. 5. Employee must be able to write and print legibly. 6. Employee must be capable of acquiring knowledge necessary to pass the examination given by the Public Service Commission of Kentucky for a certificate required for all metermen.

**Work Conditions:**

Field and warehouse environment; Exposure to stress, dirt, heat, cold, and noise

**Required Education & Experience:**

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS 1. Employee must meet all general qualifications of employment. 2. Employee must be able to speak, understand, read and write English, and be able to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required. 3. Employee must be a graduate of a two-year school having majored in electronics, or equivalent, and have a working knowledge of computers. 4. Employee must be able to learn to use the tools and equipment required in the work. 5. Employee must be willing to become familiar with the Company Safety Rules and willingly comply with such rules. 6. Employee must have a valid state driver's license, good driving record and pass the Transportation Department's driver's test for operating Company vehicles. 7. Employee must be willing to work inside and outside under varying weather conditions. 8. Employee must be willing to report as directed to any facility for any shift where needed. 9. Employee must be in good health and be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, which include heavy manual labor. 10. Employee must possess the willingness and ability to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to advance to higher classifications. 11. Employee must be able to learn to make and read simple drawings and sketches. 12. Employee must be willing to carry through work assignments and must be willing to conduct himself/herself in a manner that encourages cooperation and satisfactory work from others assigned to work with him/her. 13. Employee must successfully complete such entry level testing programs as are promulgated by Louisville Gas and Electric to measure job responsive aptitude, ability to retain knowledge and problem solving skills.

**Address:**

6900 Enterprise Drive

**City:**

Louisville

**Job Function:**

Customer Service/Operations

**Position Purpose:**

Employee will learn to install, test, read, repair and maintain electric meters and auxiliary equipment associated with the Meter Assets Department

**External Title:**

Electric Meter Technician C