Georgia Power Company
The Field Meter Technician I role supports metering, customer service and engineering across the Metro Atlanta area and other locations. The technician installs, removes, tests and repairs AMI residential and small commercial meters and ensures metering equipment complies with GPC’s Blue Book standards.
Available Locations Augusta
Description Of Duties
Maintain thorough knowledge of metering installation standards, safety, environmental regulations and OSHA requirements.
Interact with customers daily and provide world‑class customer service.
Schedule installations with customers and coordinate work with local forces and electrical contractors.
Ensure compliance with GPC’s Blue Book standards for meter installations.
Maintain residential and small commercial meters, metering systems and accessories used for measuring power interchange.
Repair meter bases in accordance with GPC standards.
Identify metering related hazards and repair meter bases as needed.
Perform audits of AMI system meters as prescribed by PSC requirements.
Perform other related duties for Region Customer Service, Metering, Distribution and Engineering departments as assigned.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Technical certificate or equivalent in Electronics/Electrical/Telecommunications preferred.
Must pass the CAST and/or additional test prescribed by SCS – HR testing.
Must complete and pass 5‑day GPC‑MS‑MSR‑Meter Service Order training.
2–3 years of experience installing meters, repairing meter bases and removing self‑contained meters.
Exhibit Southern Company’s “Southern Style” values of trust, superior performance and total commitment.
Must be able to work frequently in extreme weather conditions throughout the year.
Ability to interact professionally and courteously with all customers.
Good computer skills and ability to obtain AMI and ARMS III system training.
Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a good driving record.
Be self‑motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
Have flexibility and be available to work overtime as needed.
Other Requirements
Must pass the Construction and Skilled Trades test (CAST).
Must be available to work storm duty, additional hours/overtime, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be available to work at other company locations when needed, including traveling out of town and overnight stay.
Candidate/new hire must provide proper safety toe shoes or boots.
Candidate should meet the physical requirements of the position, including bending, kneeling, crawling, walking, hearing, overhead reaching, stooping and standing for long periods, working outdoors in all weather conditions, and heavy lifting.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Available Locations Augusta
Description Of Duties
Maintain thorough knowledge of metering installation standards, safety, environmental regulations and OSHA requirements.
Interact with customers daily and provide world‑class customer service.
Schedule installations with customers and coordinate work with local forces and electrical contractors.
Ensure compliance with GPC’s Blue Book standards for meter installations.
Maintain residential and small commercial meters, metering systems and accessories used for measuring power interchange.
Repair meter bases in accordance with GPC standards.
Identify metering related hazards and repair meter bases as needed.
Perform audits of AMI system meters as prescribed by PSC requirements.
Perform other related duties for Region Customer Service, Metering, Distribution and Engineering departments as assigned.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent.
Technical certificate or equivalent in Electronics/Electrical/Telecommunications preferred.
Must pass the CAST and/or additional test prescribed by SCS – HR testing.
Must complete and pass 5‑day GPC‑MS‑MSR‑Meter Service Order training.
2–3 years of experience installing meters, repairing meter bases and removing self‑contained meters.
Exhibit Southern Company’s “Southern Style” values of trust, superior performance and total commitment.
Must be able to work frequently in extreme weather conditions throughout the year.
Ability to interact professionally and courteously with all customers.
Good computer skills and ability to obtain AMI and ARMS III system training.
Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a good driving record.
Be self‑motivated and able to work with limited supervision.
Have flexibility and be available to work overtime as needed.
Other Requirements
Must pass the Construction and Skilled Trades test (CAST).
Must be available to work storm duty, additional hours/overtime, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Must be available to work at other company locations when needed, including traveling out of town and overnight stay.
Candidate/new hire must provide proper safety toe shoes or boots.
Candidate should meet the physical requirements of the position, including bending, kneeling, crawling, walking, hearing, overhead reaching, stooping and standing for long periods, working outdoors in all weather conditions, and heavy lifting.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other basis prohibited by law.
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