Electric Meter Reader & Installer
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EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards). BB-2801-00: Must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.
Examples of qualifying experience include: Work experience as an Electric Meter Reader and Installer where duties included installing, disconnecting and reading metering equipment in residential, commercial and industrial applications; performing inspection of service entrance equipment for residential, commercial and industrial applications; programming and installing AMR transmitters in meters of all voltage and classes; performing functional testing on metering equipment.
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT JOB ELEMENT/Factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.
Address your knowledges, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Most of the work will be in the field. Must be physically able to perform functions such as walking and bending, and must have good eye sight, hearing and coordination for safety reasons.
01WORKING CONDITIONS
Fieldwork is required during all seasons and the employee will be exposed to temperatures ranging from about 35 degrees F to 120 degrees F and occasional windy and dusty conditions. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.
Safely install residential, commercial meters,Use data collection devices to capture critical metering systems,Perform inspections of residential and commercial systems,Accurately and efficiently complete work orders involving metering systems
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- H-1B specialty occupation: Employer petition, bachelor's degree or higher in the specialty; annual cap and lottery
- L-1 intracompany transferee: Employees of a related company abroad transferring to a US office
- O-1 extraordinary ability: Evidence of extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business or athletics
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