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Electric Meter Tech Apprentice

Electric Meter Tech Apprentice

Alliant Energy Corp.

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$40.39 - $48.46/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Alliant Energy rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Grow your career with Alliant Energy!
At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. Our employees make a difference every day by using their personal energy to bring this purpose to life.
Union Details (If applicable)
IBEW Local 204 (Large Group)
Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit
Operations Energy Del IPL
Number of Positions Available
2
Salary Grade
U104023
Career Band
Apprentice
Job Code
J02519
Pay Range
$40.39 - $48.46
Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
Training Locations
Cedar Rapids Operations Center
Residency Requirement
Not subject to residency requirements.
Job Description
Job Summary
Responsible for the accuracy of electric meter testing and installation. Install, test, troubleshoot, calibrate, repair and maintain all types of electrical, electronic and mechanical devices (i.e. conduit and electrical cabinets) and equipment used to measure the transmission and distribution of electric energy. This work may be performed on equipment that is either energized or de-energized as the occasion may necessitate, to provide and maintain reliable, safe, and efficient service. Maintain operating and maintenance records as required.
What you will do
  • Maintain meter shop cleanliness and order by performing routine duties such as packing, unpacking, cleaning shipping material etc.
  • Install, remove, troubleshoot, exchange and tests all types of electric metering devices (i.e. meters, recorders, pulse relays, communication equipment and associated interfaces, etc.). Metering devices specifically included are 480V self contained and 320 amp meters, and automatic meter reading field equipment.
  • Install and maintain specialized metering for the purpose of measuring energy management data collection, harmonic distortion, transformer losses, line losses, bi-directional energy flow, volt amp hours, and interval metering.
  • Install, remove, troubleshoot, exchanges and tests instrument transformers installations associated with electric metering. Testing includes validation of values associated with breakdown, ratio, polarity, phase angle burden / admittance values etc.
  • Maintain Data Acquisition network to facilitate remote meter reading (i.e. MV-90).
  • Upgrades obsolete meter installations to meet current standards including the installation of conduit, equipment, and wiring to facilitate change.
  • Test, calibrate, and repair standard test equipment (i.e. Digital Voltmeters).
  • Construct, install, remove, exchange, and troubleshoot primary metering installations (i.e. substation, inter - tie, etc.), as directed.
  • Connect archiving equipment such as recording voltmeters, power quality analyzers, etc. for information gathering, and may assist with analysis.
  • Investigate customer complaints and metering tampering/diversions, install locking and security devices as needed.
  • Diagnose and make repairs where no standard methods or specific directions are available.
  • Interpret wiring schematics and prints incidental to complex or non-standard jobs.
  • Assist in providing technical direction, assistance and training to internal and external customers in the area of electric metering.
  • Work with Company personnel and confer with electrical contractors and inspectors as required on matters pertaining to service equipment and metering installations, insure compliance with state, local, and Company regulations.
  • Invoke a stop work order if he or she becomes aware of a code or standard violation.
  • Perform post installation meter checks including operation of circuit analyzing equipment and interpreting results, meter multiplier verification.
  • Maintain a satisfactory operating stock of meters, metering equipment and service control devices for use within assigned territory. Ship and receive meters, instrument transformers and other related items.
  • Use computer software for programming and reading electronic meters (including TOU and demand registers).
  • Perform customer complaint resolution tests and checks.
  • Bypass customer load when necessary using links or jumpers as applicable.
  • Work with customers to schedule a time to work at the customer's premises.
  • Perform module (board level when possible) maintenance on solid-state meters.
  • Assist in storm work, by following specific directions and communicating effectively with others.
  • Observing safety rules and practices encourage safe work behaviors, and promptly correcting conditions and unsafe behaviors, which may lead to accidents.
  • Verify multi gang sockets associated with multiple accounts in a given facility are wired correctly.
  • Report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of Drug and alcohol abuse.
  • Perform other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Education Requirements
  • Other Must satisfy minimum educational requirements as stipulated in the governing contract Required

Required Experience
  • Successful completion of an Electric Metering apprenticeship program

Other Requirements
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrate knowledge of electric utility system operations, maintenance, and construction practices.
  • Poses a working knowledge of the National Electric Code and Company Standards.
  • Demonstrate general knowledge of the customer billing system.
  • Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and color perception.
  • Be able to operate hand and power tools.
  • Be able to operate computer terminals to process meter and transformer records. Ability to use computer software programs (i.e., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, and meter programs).
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of the theory and applications in electric metering.
  • Demonstrate flexibility to shift focus as priorities change to support emergent assignments.

Key Skills
Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.
Our Values
Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold
Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.
Posting End Date:
July 21, 2026

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