Meter Technician - City of Burlington, VT : Job Details

Salary : $61,276.80 - $100,464.00 AnnuallyLocation : Burlington, VTJob Type: Regular Full Time Non ExemptJob Number: 4062-36-001Department: Burlington ElectricOpening Date: 09/12/2024Closing Date: 9/24/2024 11:59 PM EasternFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: IBEWGeneral PurposeWorks in conjunction with metering personnel to ensure accurate installation, maintenance and reading of meters in the BED system; communicates metering issues to customers, contractors, developers, and BED staff. Install, maintain, and read BED's electric meters. Assist BED's distribution crews and staff in the maintenance and repair of the distribution system.Please note, BED is looking to hire one Meter Technician. Applications for both Meter Technician A and Meter Technician will be considered to fill this opening.Union Affiliation: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)Pay Grade 13: $29.46 - $48.30 Hourly Essential Job Functions

• Design new metering installations including pulse output metering if applicable.
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of Metering Services' budget.
• Establishes, reviews, and maintains metering methods and procedures to comply with BED and current industry standards.
• Recommends and implements new technology metering equipment as needed.
• Oversees and maintains appropriate levels of metering.
• Inspects fieldwork on jobs in progress and upon completion.
• Conducts safety briefs with both BED and other city department staff.
• Ensures accuracy of metering equipment and records in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal agency standards.
• Program, install, inspect, test, maintain and repair BED's AMI, Non-AMI, self-contained and current rated meters, instrument transformers, cell relays, range extenders and other associated equipment.
• Install, maintain, repair and replace BED's EV charging equipment.
• Interface with customers to perform meter verifications and other requests.
• Read non-AMI meters and follow-up on meter installations that need verification.
• Directs investigation, testing and prepares reports on metering anomalies.
• Install, maintain, repair and/or replace street and lease lights that are mounted outside the primary voltage work zone.
• Conduct voltage and current checks on customer equipment.
• Notify the appropriate BED personnel of unsafe customer equipment and conditions.
• Train new metering employees.
• Make safe repairs to Department owned electrical equipment.
• Activate, discontinue and/or restore service to customers.
• Respond to calls for assistance from the Burlington Fire Department.
• Make critical first responder operating decisions during system emergencies (e.g., fallen energized powerlines).
• Assist other Department personnel in making distribution system repairs.
• Accurately complete applicable paperwork (e.g., material sheets, work requests, time sheets, system disturbance reports, vehicle repair reports, etc.).
• Advise customers on electrical service matters.
• Install, maintain, replace, and repair basic single-phase services that are outside the primary voltage work zone.
• Troubleshoot AMI communication issues.
• Operate the lower controls of a bucket truck.
• Remove meter channels for siding jobs.
• Use and maintain any software system pertaining to BED's AMI system to include but not limited to the Field Collection System (FCS) Open Way tools, Watt Net and FDM.
• Responsible for the daily operation and troubleshooting of metering related hand-held devices and software applications.
• Work with software and technology vendors and internal IT to implement, trouble shoot and maintain technology used in support of metering operations.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equality and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a two-year technical program with emphasis on electrical theory with a minimum of 5-years' experience in theory, design, and operation of revenue metering equipment.
• Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis Valid Vermont Masters Electrician License required.
• Must have a strong electrical background with the ability to understand complex wiring schematics.
• Must possess and intermediate knowledge and understanding of various computers and associated software and an advance understanding of complex metering applications.
• Must have the ability to operate sophisticated electrical equipment, such as, electrical measuring device, automated meter reading apparatus, etc.
• Working knowledge of computerized Customer Information Systems is preferred.
• Ability to work with software and hardware vendors is required.
• Must be proficient in the use of safe rubber gloving techniques and BED confined space entry.
• Must possess a working knowledge of electric utility construction and metering standards and the National Electric Safety Code, National Electric Code, EMC, and VOSHA standards.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Must possess good communication skill and an ability to interact with co-workers and the public.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and First Aid certification within three months of date of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Vermont State Driver's License within three months of date of hire.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in and around energized high voltage equipment in accordance with all applicable safety rules.
• Must wear appropriate safety equipment, including, but not limited to; high voltage rubber gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection and safety harness.
• Must be able to work in high places.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
• Ability to work overtime as needed consistent with the provisions of the BED/IBEW Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Additional InformationPromoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity. The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our website.For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at or . The City of Burlington is proud to offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits program that includes:

• Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
• Pension Plan
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Discounted Gym Memberships
• Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
• Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
• Local & National Store Discounts
• Subsidized Transportation Options
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

For additional details please visit 01 Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

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02 Have you successfully completed a two-year technical program with emphasis on electrical theory with a minimum of 5-years experience in theory, design, and operation of revenue metering equipment?

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• No

03 Do you possess a valid State of Vermont Masters Electrician's license?

• Yes
• No

04 Can you read and interpret complex wiring schematics?

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• No

05 Do you have intermediate knowledge and understanding of complex metering applications?

• Yes
• No

06 Do you have the ability to operate sophisticated electrical equipment such as electrical measuring devices and automated meter reading apparatus?

• Yes
• No

07 Do you have the ability to operate sophisticated electrical equipment such as electrical measuring devices and automated meter reading apparatus?

• Yes
• No

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