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CITY OF COLTON METER TECHNICUN DEFINITION: Under the general supervision of the Meter Operations Supervisor, performs skilled electrical work in connection with the installation, testing and repair of electric meters, instruments and related equipment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Meter Technician is the journey level class in the Meter Technician series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the apprentice level, or, when filled from the outside, require prior electric meter maintenance experience. Appointment to the journey level requires that the employee be performing the full range of duties and meet the qualification standards for the class. A Meter Technician is distinguished from a Meter Technician Apprentice in that incumbents of positions assigned to the journey level are expected to perform assigned duties with only occasional instruction or assistance, and work is normally reviewed only upon completion. Adequate performance at this level requires the knowledge of advanced meter maintenance procedures, methods and techniques as well as knowledge of applicable department policies and procedures. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: My provide functional and/or technical supervision to lower level technical staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following) • Test, program, repair and install various types of commercial, industrial and residential electric and electronic meters with and without instrument transformers. • Perform field and shop load surveys. • Maintain accurate records as required. • Analyze electronic data through PC based software. • Perform related duties as required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy traffic conditions and often work with constant interruption. QUALIFICATIONS: (The followingare minimal qualifications necessaryfor entry into the classification) Education and/or Experience: Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary for a Meter Technician. A typical way of obtaining the required