Meter Technician I

Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you're empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work.This position will be located in: Omaha, NEApplication Deadline: Posted Until FilledPlease note that the position may be filled before or after the listed application deadline. Applications will only be accepted while the posting remains active.Job SummaryWorks as a team member with the goal of becoming proficient in the field of metering. Troubleshoots issues on electric meters. Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions of all equipment involved. Removes and replaces existing electric meters. Takes and records voltages. Attends daily "Tailgate Meetings" with all involved personnel to maintain safety and guidance through the various conditions. All projects are field oriented and very little time is spent indoors.ResponsibilitiesEssential FunctionsObserves all conditions at the time of the service; often there can be hazards present that render conducting our efforts un-safe. Hazardous conditions require immediate contact with utility personnel and the lead technician on the project.Deploys AMR/AMI equipment.Typically works with single phase and low voltage systems.Removes and replaces existing electric metersTakes and records voltagesTakes required photos of various conditions at the location.Notes all non-hazardous anomalies to assist utility personnel in determining their next step.Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions of all equipment involved.Verifies accuracy of electric meters and all connected equipmentDetermines the correct billing multiplier is in use. i.e. Voltage and Current TransformersVerifies ratio accuracy of current transformers under customer loads.Conducts full ANSII C-12-meter accuracy tests and calibration on residential installations. i.e. Substations and Utility Generation sites.Troubleshoots metering installations to determine losses when equipment failure or installation errors are discovered.Follows and complies to all required safety standards and supports a safe work environment.Completes all reports as needed and verify they are getting to the lead technician.Non-essential Functions* Attends daily "Tailgate Meetings" with all involved personnel to maintain safety and guidance through the various conditions.* Performs other duties as assigned by manager or other designate.QualificationsMust be 21 years of ageHigh School degree or GEDA background in electricity is a plus but not requiredRequires a valid driver's licenseExperience with basic hand toolsExperience with Microsoft Word and ExcelSkills and AbilitiesExcellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engagedAbility to travelAbility to learn to work with electricityAbility to work in a team environment and independentlyAbility to work in an extremely efficient manner with a very minimal error rate.Physical RequirementsFrequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day:Occasionally 0 - 33% Frequently 34 - 66% Continuously: 67 - 100%Lift from Waist: