Instrumentation Technician

• Responsible for set-up and programming of new electronic metering instruments for installation.
• Responsible for installing and removing instruments.
• Complete post-installation audit and associated work orders to ensure proper calibration and accurate meter reads for billing.
• Responsible for the installation of automated meter reading devices on instrumented meters.
• Responsible for troubleshooting electronic and mechanical meter instrument equipment inclduing phone line and cellular modem devices and completing necessary repairs in a timely manner.
• Responsible for field installation of secondary pulse devices for customer load management systems.
• Responsible for the developing schedules and maintain records to ensure the completion of annual instrumentation maintenance program in all three states.
• Responsible for the accurate calibration of all instruments and  additional transducer devices using associated vendors software.

·        Responsible for review and completing sign-off requirements associated with electronic Large Volume Meter (LVM) forms.

·        Responsible for capturing all necessary field information pertaining to instrumentation devices are capturing reading data and processing through MV90, EMIS and MeterSense daily.

·        Responsible for maintaining accurate records in metering systems including:

o   Compliancy Management System (CMS) – calibration records

o   MV90 Lite – manual reading

o   MV90 – creation of master file and account set-up

o   Energy Management Information System – monitor for missing data and overdue accounts

• Work directly with supervisor and billing department to investigate and resolve billing issues.
• Work with supervisor to maintain and control inventory and order parts and supplies for instrumentation area.
• Work directly with customers to resolve meter/instrument related questions or problems.

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as they relate to this position.
• Perform other instrumentation duties as they relate to plants & gate stations.
• Work with the Energy Supply group to investigate and resolve reading, communication and data issues.

·      5 years experience working with gas metering equipment

·      Minimum 2 years experience working with electrical wiring and diagrams.

·      1-2 years experience working with the installation and maintenance of telephone-based (landline and cellular) metering equipment.

·      Proficient in the use of PC applications including Microsoft Office products.

·      Self-directed, motivate and pay attention to detail.

·      Be consistently punctual and regular in attendance

·        Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.

·        Must be regular in attendance and have a good safety record

·        Must have the ability to interact with customers effectively and in a pleasant, business-like manner.

·        Must have demonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude

·        Must have demonstrated computer and typing skills.

·        Must have demonstrated ability to read meters and devices accurately and use electronic reading devices.

·        Must be able to obtain applicable Operator Qualification (O.Q.) certification based upon the requirements set forth in DOT 49 CFR 192, Subpart N

·        Must pass applicable O.Q. testing.

·        Must pass DOT Drug Screen if not presently working in a covered position.

·        Will be drug tested under the PHMSA and FMCSA drug pool

·        Must maintain a valid Driver’s License based on the requirements of the State where the employee resides.

·        Must be apt with figures and have ability to maintain required records satisfactorily.

·        Must be able to pass a background check and obtain a Defense Biometric Indentification System (DBid) id card

·        Must be able to pass a background check and obtain a Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) id card

·        Must be able to pass a background check and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) id card

·        Must be able to obtain a real ID or passport

·        Must have the necessary fitness and ability to perform assigned work.

·        Must be able to accept assignments in a company-declared emergency and be available to work overtime.

·        Incumbent may be required to work in inclement weather conditions as determined by supervisor.

WAGE: Ultimate rate – 53.75 per hour, for a 40-hour week.  Overtime rates in accordance with Agreement.

*Wage will be in accordance with Appendix A – Schedule of Wages.