The primary purpose of this position is to install, test, program and maintain metering instruments, controls, relays, and associated equipment, and troubleshoot related problems.
Accountabilities and Essential Functions:
- Support the District’s mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.
- Responsible for contributing to safe operations by completing assigned work in a safe, efficient manner that is in conformance with all applicable regulations.
- Responsible for ensuring communication system reliability by installing, testing, programming and maintaining metering instruments; controls; SCADA equipment; and relays and associated equipment.
- Responsible for ensuring District system reliability by testing, installing, and maintaining instruments and apparatus used in the distribution of electricity.
- Responsible for supporting District power quality by conducting load and voltage surveys.
- Ensure District system reliability by troubleshooting problems with metering, control and relaying devices and circuitry.
- Support the District’s financial goals by assisting in preparation of the annual metering section budget.
- Responsible for contributing to safe, efficient operations by installing, removing and repairing communications equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent GED and satisfactory completion of an approved apprenticeship program for electrical utility metering
- Primary residence within 20 miles of Headquarters
- Journeyman certification in Meterman craft
- Must possess and maintain a Washington State driver's license
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification cards or obtain within 12 months of hire
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Intermediate computer skills or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) as adopted by the State of Washington
- Knowledge of District's customer service billing system or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire