Electric Metering Field Technician
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Installation Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Company Summary Statement
PPL Electric Utilities delivers safe, reliable and affordable electricity to more than 1.4 million homes and businesses throughout its 29-county service territory in eastern and central Pennsylvania. Through smart investments and innovation, it has built one of the most advanced electric grids in the United States. And, with over a century of expertise, PPL Electric remains focused on continuing to build the utility of the future, today.
Regularly ranking among the country’s best utility companies for reliability and customer satisfaction, PPL Electric has won numerous awards, including 30 J.D. Power Awards for providing top-quality service to residential and business customers. PPL Electric is a major employer and an active supporter of the communities it serves. Empowering employees, community members and initiatives across its service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability, and wellbeing.
Overview
Service customer accounts by connecting,disconnectingand changing meters, handling overdue accounts, investigating customer servicecomplaintsand specifying meter,service and area light locations.
This is a bargaining unit (union) position. The successful applicant will become a member of IBEW Local 1600.
This is a temporary position lasting up to 9 months.
ResponsibilitiesDescription of Duties
Connects, disconnects, changes, installs and removes self-contained single and polyphase meters.
Contactscustomersregardingoverdueaccounts;disconnects and reconnectsserviceasrequired.
Recordsmeter and customer data on required forms.
Investigates customer service complaints including voltage, outages, shock, and flickering lights.
Observes andreportshazardous service conditions.
Specifies meter, service, and area light locations.
Operates lighttruckorautomobile.
Installs and removes recording voltmeters.
Reads meters and performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Successfully passing the EEI CAST test orits replacement.
Ability to understand and apply company manuals, safety rules, and electric service standards.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Ability to perform moderately strenuous outdoor labor.
Ability to communicate courteously with customers and the public.
Ability to recognize hazardous conditions and use safety equipment.
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