Job DescriptionFirstEnergy at a GlanceWe are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.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 OpportunityThis is an open position with Ohio Edison Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [OEPP]Location: Springfield, OHRESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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 DiversityAt 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.SafetySafety 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.Position ClassificationNon-Exempt/PhysicalFirstEnergy Human Resources Team