Meter Technician/Mechanical

This position is responsible for providing a variety of skilled and technical work in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, of electric meters and associated distribution equipment.

Job Description:

Perform installation, removal and maintenance of all metering equipment and systems, including troubleshooting, meter installation verification and accuracy analysis.

Interrogate and program meters, as well as troubleshoot communication issues and develop communication solutions for both mesh and point-to-point network connections.

Investigate complex power quality issues and development of PQ reports and corrective actions.

Maintain applicable documents, records and comprehensive reports as required.

Complete regular cross-phase testing and auditing.

Troubleshoot problems with metering systems, AMI Network communication, modem/communication equipment and telephone lines as required.

Communicate effectively and in a professional manner (in-person and electronic) with internal and external stakeholders including customers, contractors, members of the public

Experience with communication systems.

Ensure safe work procedures are followed at all times.

Maintain client communications, safety and work documentation.

Ensure reporting requirements of federal, provincial and local regulations are met.

Understanding of EUSA Safety Rules, Occupational Health & Safety Act, ESA Ontario Reg. 22/04, Utility Work Protection Code and all other applicable legislation.

Must be a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision.

Able to troubleshoot electrical circuits with the aid of drawings, prints, and analytics.

Positive, proactive and high energy level, comfortable performing all activities within a power system in conjunction with day-to-day activities

Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Detail oriented.

Physically fit, able to lift various types and weights of equipment.

Requirements:

Graduate of an Electrical Engineering Technology program from an accredited Community College or equivalent work experience.

Journeyperson, Certified Metering Technician, or Journeyperson Metering Certificate that is accredited with the EDA or a recognized equivalent.

Completion of MEARIE Metering Program.

Valid Emergency First Aid and CPR certification is an asset.

Knowledge of MS Office required, PowerMaster software test equipment is an asset.

Electrician’s licence would be considered an asset.

Extensive experience in all aspects of Utility metering systems construction & maintenance.

Clean driving record, minimum G class license required.

Excellent communication, planning, problem solving and interpersonal skills.