Meter Test Technician; Level I

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Tests, repairs and maintains gas meters for flow, pressure and accurate measurements; performs all aspects of large meter, regulator and relief valve installation, maintenance, calibration, testing and repair.

• Performs field tests on meters for calibration upon institution of service and placement into service.
• Inspects, tests, calibrates and/or repairs field test meters, city gate stations, pressure regulating stations and related equipment as scheduled by the MIS program or upon special request.
• Inspects and repairs district and rural regulators and regulators on field-test meters. Inspects and/or repairs control valves, pressure relief valves and other over pressure protection equipment.
• Installs, tests, calibrates and repairs recording instruments such as mechanical volume integrating gauges, recording pressure gauges, electronic cor rectors, base pressure gauges, recording thermometers and various electronic equipment supported by laptop computer.
• Installs, tests and repairs telemetering equipment, telephone modems and protective equipment.
• Adjusts distribution system operating pressures as necessary. Checks and adjusts large capacity orders and repairs as necessary.
• Assist operations personnel in the installation of large volume meter and regulator sets.
• Assists operations personnel in up-rating systems, solving pressure problems, etc.
• Assists with high bill complaint investigations requested by large-volume customers.
• Performs other miscellaneous assignments including calibrating district personnel’s pressure gauges, painting stations, and pressure study assistance.

Minimum education required of the position

• Requires a high school diploma or GED

Minimum experience required of the position

• Requires either a minimum of 3 years of natural gas operations experience or a minimum of two years of advanced technical education and/or experience in instrumentation, electronics and/or measurement applications regardless of industry.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities preferred of the position

• Ability to safely and effectively test, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain gas meters and related measurement equipment to ensure accurate flow and pressure measurement.
• Working knowledge of natural gas distribution operations, including large meter, regulator, and relief valve installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair.
• Knowledge of field-testing methods, calibration practices, and the use of test equipment for verifying meter accuracy and system performance.
• Ability to inspect, adjust, and maintain pressure regulating stations, district/rural regulators, and over pressure protection equipment (control valves, relief valves, etc.).
• Skill in reading and interpreting gauges, instrument readings, charts, and test results to identify and correct issues.
• Ability to install, operate, and support mechanical and electronic recording instruments, electronic cor rectors, and related equipment using a laptop computer.
• Ability to accurately document inspections, tests, calibrations, and repairs in accordance with procedures and scheduling requirements.
• Ability to work independently in the field, including outdoors in all weather conditions, while following safety practices and job expectations.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position

• Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Must reside within 45 road miles of the reporting location.

Notice:
As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations is required, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and background screening.

• Able to operate a motor vehicle, including the ability to enter and exit vehicle unassisted.
• Able to perform on-site inspections.
• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 50 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects.

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize and analyze are required.
• Able to work daily in all types of weather conditions.
• Able to work regular hours, with occasional overtime.
• Able to…