Metering Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Description The City of Lodi Electric Utility Department is currently accepting applications for Metering Technician. To be considered for this position, applicants must complete and submit an online application for employment with detailed information in each section of the application: Work Experience, Education, Certificates and Licenses, and Skills. No paper applications will be accepted.

The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience as possible, as a resume will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application materials. Only the best qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. Job descriptions are intended to present a broad and general range of duties which includes, purpose, responsibilities, and scope of work.

Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. DEFINITION Under general direction plans and organizes, and performs skilled work in the areas of maintenance, testing, repair and installation of meters; provides training to other employees; participates in policy and standards development and does related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from higher level personnel; may provide functional/technical supervisor over lower-level employees.

Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Under general direction plans and organizes, performs skilled work in the areas of maintenance, testing, repair and installation of electric meters; provides training to other employees; participates in policy and standards development and does related work as required. Performs shop and field calibrations of electric meters; installs current and voltage transformers with associated equipment and verifies the complete installation to assure accurate metering; installs and maintains load survey, load management and recording metering equipment; Conducts the scheduled testing and circuit analysis of existing revenue metering facilities; Investigates customer complaints and takes corrective measures, if necessary; Performs acceptance testing of metering material and equipment; maintains appropriate records on all metering equipment and installations; Participates in the development of standards and specifications with other agencies and industry representatives; Handles vandalism and power diversion cases and makes reports to appropriate City staff; Prepares and conducts training sessions; Performs related duties as necessary for the operation of the City. Typical Qualifications Knowledge of: Various electric meters, their operation and the methods and equipment used in their testing and repair; AC and DC circuits with particular reference to Ohm's Law, Kirchoff's Law and Blondel's Theorem; various modern electronic components and circuits; inductance, capacitance, power factor and vector analysis; Modern metering methods for single and polyphase circuits; applicable electrical codes; Necessary precautions to be taken when working around energized equipment; Ability to: Under general direction plans and organizes, performs skilled work in the areas of maintenance, testing, repair and installation of electric meters; provides training to other employees; participates in policy and standards development and does related work as required.

Use modern precision instruments and testing equipment to obtain specified performance; use mathematics, including trigonometry; Establish preventative maintenance programs and keep appropriate records; Read and interpret electrical drawings, plans and specifications; prepare and write reports and maintain records; operate modern computer equipment for programming of and retrieving data from microprocessor-based modern metering equipment. Work independently with limited direct supervision; understand and carry out written and oral instructions; Maintain effective working relationships with a variety of City staff, outside agencies and utilities, vendors and others. Experience: Attainment of journey level Metering Electrician status and three (3) years experience in this status.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, including trigonometry. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Possession of a valid driver's license issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Maintain the following physical abilities: see well enough to read, write and make observations, operate hand tools, vehicles and equipment; hear well enough to converse on the radio, telephone and in person; bodily mobility to walk for periods of time including slippery or uneven surfaces; bend, kneel, reach, stand, crouch or climb occasionally; operate assigned equipment and vehicles and perform manual labor occasionally; operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; verbally communicate to exchange information; ability to tolerate extreme fluctuations in temperature, noise, dust, and all types of weather and temperature conditions, while performing essential functions and be able to lift up to twenty-five pounds as necessary.

*FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Supplemental Information Evaluation of Qualifications: Application materials and resumes will be screened to determine if applicants are considered to be among the most qualified as outlined on the job announcement. Only applicants who are among the most qualified will be invited to participate in the testing process. Resumes may not be substituted for a completed application.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history has part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code 11105(b)(10), 11105.3, 13300(b)(10); Education Code 10911.5; Public Resources Code 5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy ad Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start

All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality. HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process.

The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list. CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical.

Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division. MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING - All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.

APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS SALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.

HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement.

Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated). HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.

LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary. RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution

Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account. IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.