Position Summary
This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. This job is subject to collective bargaining.
The Metering Systems Technicians is a physical job that interacts with the general public. Metering Systems Technicians install, program, test, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair all types of electric/ electronic circuits, components and devices related to billing measurement. Metering Systems Technicians must have completed an approved apprenticeship program: Journeyman status as a qualified Metering Systems Technician or certified by the State of California in electric meter testing. (This position is subject to review by the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee.)
*Positions may be filled in alternate work locations within the PG&E service territory based on business needs.
*This is a DOT covered position and will be subject to random drug and alcohol screenings.
Qualifications
Minimum:
-Must be at least 18 years of age
-Must possess a High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
-Must possess a valid Driver's License
-Must have completed an approved metering apprenticeship program and achieved Journeyman status as a qualified Metering Systems Technician or equivalent classification. (Alternatively, must be a fully trained Metering professional certified by the State of California in electric meter maintenance and testing, or provide written and demonstrated proof of equivalent training and experience.)
-Internal PG&E employees must have qualified on the following test(s) prior to applying: Physical Test Battery (PTB), Apprentice Metering Systems Technician (AMT), and Work Orientation Inventory (WOI)
-External and Hiring Hall candidates must have qualified on the following test(s) prior to interview: Physical Test Battery (PTB), Apprentice Metering Systems Technician (AMT), and Work Orientation Inventory (WOI)
Desired:
- 3 years or more of relevant metering experience
- Testing and trouble shooting of Meters
- Relevant experience working within utility industry
- Knowledge and experience of utility regulations
- Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc)
- Relevant experience as a PG&E employee
- Relevant experience as a Hiring Hall employee
- Graduate from an approved Power Pathway Program
Responsibilities
-Perform or assist in the analysis of measurement devices, such as electric meters or recorders
-Install, troubleshoot, program, and operate power quality test equipment, conduct power and load surveys on customer premises, and collect data from measurement devices
-Operate all test equipment, solid state devices and computer systems
-Prepare and maintain all records associated with these functions, utilize prints, diagrams and schematics, and provide technical direction/ assistance to others
-Pre-approve meter/ service plans and inspect facilities and installations for compliance with Company Standards and Governmental Regulations outlined in the Electric & Gas Service Requirements Book (Greenbook)
-Maintain a high standard of employee and public safety, public relations, and personal appearance
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
77 Beale St
San Francisco
California United States
www.pge.com
