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FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.
About the Opportunity
This is an open position with Ohio Edison Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [OEPP]
Location: Springfield, OH
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Installing, changing, removing and inspecting self-contained single-phase watthour and demand meters up to and including 50 ampere rating and associated equipment on circuits energized not exceeding 300 volts
By-passing loads on circuits without interrupting services
Inspecting installations for evidence of diversion and other irregularities such as foreign and improper connections
Verifying suitability of watthour meters and associated equipment assigned to installations; checking customer's connected load
Making required meter and other service reports
Issuing material charges and credits and maintaining an adequate supply of meters and other materials on the truck
Inspecting, testing, checking, adjusting and repairing all types of single phase, self-contained watthour and demand meters at various loads and power factors
Performing miscellaneous maintenance, assembly, repair, wiring or construction work, as directed
Reporting abnormal conditions that develop during progress of work
Directing and training employees
Performing the duties of Meterman C
Performing other similar or less skilled work
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have acquired a working knowledge of elementary applied electricity covering AC electrical circuits, AC electrical calculations, and the related experimental work, or the equivalent
Must have demonstrated aptitude for and ability in the performance of the duties of Meterman C
Must have acquired a working knowledge of and understand the mechanical and electrical functions of the component parts of single phase watthour and demand meters
Must be familiar with the methods and practices of the department applicable to the work
Must understand the principles of and the practices employed in soldered and solderless joints and the taping of the joints
Must know how to use and take care of the tools and equipment involved
Must be able to make clear, concise and accurate reports and records, as required in the work
Must be familiar with the rules and procedures for testing watthour meters
Must be familiar with the safety and approved first aid and resuscitation practices prescribed by the Company
Must have a valid driver's license and be able to safely operate a company vehicle.
Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity
At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.
Safety
Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.
