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 Meter Technician 1st – 2nd Class        

Department:	Reliability & Operations
Reports to:	Metering Supervisor
Location:	293 S US Hwy 301, Sumterville, FL 33585
Pay Rate:	Hourly: $35.55 - $49.97	Classification:	Represented/Non-Exempt
Posting Date(s):	Monday, 03/11/2024 through          Wednesday, 03/20/2024*          External-Until Filled **	# of Vacancies:		1

  * For Internal applicants only: Per Section 8.4 of the Labor agreement, “When a job becomes open in classifications except at the entry level, the Cooperative shall post a notice of the job openings for a seven (7) working day period. Employees who desire to be considered for assignments to said openings shall notify Human Resources in writing within the above-described time limit.” Please apply in Jobvite.               

^ SECO Energy is a not-for-profit electric distribution cooperative serving over 200,000 families and businesses across seven counties in  Central Florida, making SECO Energy the third largest electric co-op in Florida and the sixth largest in the nation.        

^ SECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment  without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, genetics or individuals with disabilities, or protected veteran status.        

^ After conclusion of posting date for Internals, qualified employees will be considered on an equal basis with external applicants    **This posting will be closed and no longer available to receive applications upon the discretion of SECO Energy.        

        

General Purpose of Job         

1st Class        

This position is responsible for the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of all types of electric meters and instrument rated metering equipment and control systems used in a distribution electric utility.        

2nd Class        

This position will assist in the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of all types of electric meters and instrument rated metering equipment and control systems used in a distribution electric utility.        

Minimum Required Qualifications and Competencies         

The following includes the minimum job requirements and essential duties for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Some job requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.        

1st Class        

Education        

Experience          

Education and/or Experience Notes        

Job related experience may be substituted as follows: Equivalent position with a distribution electric utility, contractor or related industry with a minimum of one year experience as a fully qualified Meter Technician 1st Class/Journeyman Meter Technician.        

2nd Class        

Education        

Experience        

 Education and/or Experience Notes        

In lieu of progressive metering experience a line, substation, or relay technician with a minimum of three (3) years of field experience with a distribution electric utility, contractor, or related industry may be considered.        

1st & 2nd Class        

   Other Requirements        

• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including a personal computer, printers, copy machines, telephone, and fax machine.
• Ability to work irregular hours for assignment completion and flexibility to change scheduling and report to work on short notice during emergency situations.
• A valid Florida driver’s license for regular driving privileges of a company vehicle; must have and maintain an acceptable driving record as determined by SECO Energy.
• Frequent business travel to all areas of service territory required.
• The normal work week consists of five (5) consecutive eight (8) hour days, or four (4) consecutive ten (10) hour days, exclusive of mealtimes, Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight.
  • The Cooperative will determine if an eight (8) hour or ten (10) hour schedule will be used and shall establish the normal schedule of starting and quitting time.
  • Shift schedules may be changed by giving a 36-hour notice of the changed schedule.
• General office environment, regular driving and supervised field work with exposure to energized and de-energized equipment; exposure to adverse weather conditions and electrical hazards.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen.

Living Requirement                     

1st Class        

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities        

• Ability to work at heights and from buckets; perform first aid, CPR, and bucket rescue; and learn emergency response communication protocol.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment to accomplish goals and meet deadlines; to manage stress and pressure in a frequently changing environment.
• Demonstrate the following knowledge and skills to include, but not limited to:

• Effective communication skills including written, verbal and listening with a customer service attitude to effectively interact with employees, management, contractors, vendors, and the public.
• Knowledge of Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
• Proficiency in personal computer operations with ability to enter and extract data; knowledge of MS Office products; ability to acquire knowledge of corporate computer systems as they relate to the position.
• Proficiency in the programming, testing and repairs of electronic meters and ability to trouble shoot electrical circuits.
• Strong knowledge of mathematics with a solid understanding of electricity.
• Technical knowledge of all types of electrical meters, electrical recording instruments, and meter-related work practices, tools, materials and equipment; knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code and familiarity with the National Electric Code.
• English is the primary business language. Second language in Spanish is desirable.

2nd Class         

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities        

• Ability to acquire and demonstrate acceptable knowledge and skill of the following, to include but not limited to:
  • Ability to perform simple circuit analysis using AC and DC fundamentals for electrical troubleshooting.
  • Ability to program, test and repair electronic meters and associated equipment; ability to use various testing equipment for the purpose of troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
  • Knowledge of Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI).
  • Knowledge of all types of electrical meters, electrical recording instruments, and meter-related work practices, tools, materials, and equipment; knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code and familiarity with the National Electric Code.
  • Proficiency in electrical mathematics to perform appropriate electrical calculations, reading and writing skills and a clear understanding of electricity.
  • Read and interpret metering design drawings, RUS construction units, material components and assembly specifications.

• Ability to work at heights and from buckets; perform first aid, CPR, and bucket rescue; and learn emergency response communication protocol.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to accomplish goals and meet deadlines; to manage stress and pressure in a frequently changing environment.
• Aptitude and commitment to successfully complete all required modules of a SECO approved Meter Technician Certification program within a specified time for qualification through testing and observation to progress in the classification to the position of Meter Technician 1st Class.
• Demonstrated basic skill in personal computer operations with ability to enter and extract data; knowledge of MS Office Products; ability to acquire knowledge of corporate computer systems as they relate to the position.
• Effective communication skills including written, verbal and listening and a customer service attitude to effectively interact with employees, management, contractors, vendors, and the public.
• English is the primary business language. Second language in Spanish is desirable.

Verification: The above qualifications and competencies for these positions may be verified through a combination of education, experience, interview questions and technical skills exercise(s).        

Essential Duties and Responsibilities        

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.           

1st Class        

2nd Class        

  Physical Demands and Work Environment        

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by or those an employee encounters to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Some requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.         

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for extended periods.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 65 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.        

This position requires fieldwork and is regularly exposed to inclement weather conditions and risk of electrical hazards.  The employee may occasionally work from bucket trucks, ladders, structures, high precarious places, or confined spaces; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.