Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed October 3, 2026
Classification
Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance
Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided
Job Description
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Key Responsibilities
Read meters as required for field order and on schedule for cycle billing
Install, remove, change disconnect, and reconnect meters
Test single phase, network, and polyphase self-contained meter for proper operation and accuracy
Program meters
Perform Credit and Collections related order including disconnect and reconnect for non-payment
Investigate irregular usage
Investigate energy diversion
Repair meters, meter sockets, and meter enclosures
Order, receive, ship, store, and inventory meter and associated equipment
Investigate self-contained service power quality problems, install event recorders, neutral testers, and produce reports
Perform work from ladders and elevated platforms
Requirements
Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology
or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years.
Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment.
Examples include roles such as Meter Specialist, Meter Technician, Field Network Technician, or substation field personnel, as well as comparable military or industrial technical training.
Within 24 months of employment, successfully complete the Company's training and qualification program for this position including: classroom instruction; written examination; job mentoring; and job performance demonstrations.
Work overtime as needed including extended daily shifts and weekends.
Work late shifts as needed.
Work independently under semi-direct supervision in a safe-efficient, and productive manner
Proficiently use computers and applications related to this position.
Effectively communicate with other employees, customer, and the general public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
Promote a positive image of the Company to customer and the general public.
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
Report hazards and abnormal conditions.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
There are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years. Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment. Examples include roles such as Meter Specialist, Meter Technician, Field Network Technician, or substation field personnel, as well as comparable military or industrial technical training.
24 months as a Meter Electrician C
Prior to promotion to this classification, successfully complete 24 months in the Meter Electrician C classification.
Within 24 months of promotion to this classification, successfully complete the Company training and qualification program for this classification including: classroom instruction; written examination; job mentoring; and job performance demonstrations
Work overtime as needed including extended daily shifts and weekends.
Work late shifts as needed Work independently under general supervision in a safe, efficient, and productive manner.
Proficiently use computers and applications related to this classification.
Effectively communicate with other employees, customers, and the general public in a courteous and appropriate manner.
Promote a positive image of the Company to customers and the general public.
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct.
Report hazards and abnormal conditions.
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
Ability to walk long distances as determined by the Company.
Ability to lift a 50-pound weight from the floor to a workbench
Associate degree in electrical/electronic technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience of four years. Qualified backgrounds include substation, metering, instrumentation, controls, power systems, or electrical maintenance, with demonstrated hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and working with electrical equipment. Examples include roles such as Meter Specialist, Meter Technician, Field Network Technician, or substation field personnel, as well as comparable military or industrial technical training.
24 months as a Meter Electrician B
To promote to this classification, individuals must successfully complete the Company training and qualification program for this classification including classroom instruction; written examination; job mentoring; and job performance demonstrations. This training and testing will occur during the minimum 24-month period that an employee will spend in the Meter Electrician B classification.
Work overtime as needed including extended daily shifts and weekends
Work late shifts as needed
Work independently under general supervision in a safe, efficient, and productive manner
Proficiently use computers and applications related to this classification
Effectively communicate with other employees, customers, and the general public in a courteous and appropriate manner
Promote a positive image of the Company to customers and the general public
Comply with all aspects of the AEP Corporate Code of Conduct
Report hazards and abnormal conditions
Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees
Ability to walk long distances as determined by the Company
Ability to lift a 50-pound weight from the floor to a workbench
These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 30 miles of the Findlay Service Center (430 Emma St. Findlay, Ohio 45840)