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Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full-time, temporary (up to 11 months) Meter Installer 1 position working out of Edmonton, AB.

The Meter Installer 1 is accountable for installing, maintaining, and repairing all types of overhead, underground, and temporary electrical services with voltages under 1kV. They are required to conduct themselves in a safe, environmentally conscious, customer focused professional manner.

What you’d be responsible for

• Installing, removing, maintaining, and repairing overhead, underground and temporary single phase and three phase electrical services with voltages under 1kV. This includes but is not limited to 480V and 600V systems.
• Installing, disconnecting, and reconnecting all types of non-transformer rated AMI revenue meters and meter equipment.
• Fostering a positive safety attitude and a zero injury and illness culture. Support the review, update and development of procedures.
• Reading meters as required.
• Identifying potential hazards of the job to Meter Foreman and participating in safety discussions and activities.
• Identifying gaps, errors or inadequacies in existing business process and making recommendations for improvements in work methodology; assisting foreman in investigating and resolving problems.
• Providing input to checklists, and completing checklists, procedures, documentation, and controls.
• Responding to customer inquiries and troubleshooting to resolve problems in the field.
• Ensuring adherence to proper safety regulations and safe work procedures.
• Maintaining vehicle and on-board safety equipment and instruments in compliance with established processes and procedures.
• Demonstrating a high performance, high discipline, safe, accountable, focused, innovative, collaborative, and achievement-oriented manner of working.
• Authority to resolve problems in the field.
• Authority to perform functions of the position within the processes and procedures of Meter Operations.

What’s required to be successful

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED is required.
• Journeyman Power Systems Electrician is preferred; Construction Electrician or Power Lineman certificate will be considered.
• Relevant and recent work experience as an electrician.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License with no more than 6 demerits.
• Possess or meet the eligibility criteria to obtain a valid EPCOR driver's permit.
• Demonstrated proficiency operating a wide variety of electrical test equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), GeoFIT, Ivara, Oracle, etc.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Demonstrated ability to install, maintain and repair overhead, underground and temporary single phase and three phase electrical services under 1kV.
• Strong organization and coordination skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven strong commitment to safety.
• Working knowledge of EPCOR's Distribution system and related hazards especially around 3 phase systems considered an asset.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: IBEW1007

Class: 8154

Wage: Starting from $56.09 per hour (final wage will be determined at the time of selection and is based on a combination of factors as outlined in the IBEW1007 Collective Agreement)

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: March 5, 2026

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.