Utilities Metering Systems Technician

Utilities Metering Systems Technician

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Utilities & Energy Services in the Division of Operations includes over 240 staff members with varied backgrounds and interests. Our goal is to be a world class leader in the production, delivery, and management of utilities and energy services, fostering a culture of excellence while effectively stewarding university resources and the environment.

The Utilities Metering Systems Technician is responsible for assisting in the installation, maintenance and, troubleshooting of electric and water metering systems.

Pay Range: $18.59 to $26.56

A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended.

Required

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED. PREFERRED:
  Experience installing electrical meters and meter related PLCs.
• Three years experience in installation, maintenance, or repair of instrument rated digital electric or water meters, programming of electric or water meters, or other related experience.

Required Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:

• Valid Texas Class C driver license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of digital electrical or water metering.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with 24v, 120/240v wiring.
• Capable of interpreting electrical and mechanical construction drawings and specifications.
• Journeyman Electrician License

Responsibilities:

• METER TECHNICIAN:
  Assist in the installiation of electric metering devices, and meters that monitor chilled and heating hot water, domestic water, steam, and Irrigation metering. Assist with installation and set up of temperature sensors. This will require driving a university vehicle to different university locations. Maintains up to date working knowledge of relevant regulatory issues and technological changes in the metering of utilities.
• DOCUMENTATION:
  Assist with the documentation of metering locations.

Why Texas A&M University?

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness:
  Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development:
  All employees have access to free Linked In Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants:
Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a Linked In profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.