Advanced Apprentice Meter Technician
This applicant pool may be used to fill additional openings within 90 days of the posting close date.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Install and remove self-contained and large power meters and associated equipment used for all revenue/billing metering installations on customer or company property.
- Responsible for determining accuracy in metering and correct service point metering constants to ensure proper billing for all customers.
- Test, adjust, troubleshoot and maintain meters, instrument transformers and associated equipment on all metering installations.
- Test, adjust, troubleshoot and maintains meters on all self-contained installations.
- Responsible for updating and maintaining AMR and AMI systems and maintaining adequate supply of meters at area offices for proper installation.
- Perform primary and secondary fault locating.
- Investigate service complaints for both residential and commercial customers.
- Will utilize all available information and equipment to perform load checks and voltage surveys.
- Responsible for performing power quality investigations on site.
- Perform all aforementioned responsibilities for all municipalities with service contracts including disconnection and reconnection for non-payment.
- Work closely with key account managers and customer service reps concerning all customers, both municipal and large industrial.
- Install, test and maintain dual fuel systems at commercial and residential sites.
- Occasionally clean, inspect, and test company and other facilities rubber goods.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- This position requires a two year degree focused on electronics or electrical power technology.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- One year of participation in an Electrical Meter Technician Apprenticeship Program
- OR
- One year direct experience in electrical metering technologies work including, but not limited to, installation, troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical repair
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver's license required
- This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class.
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