• AMS Service Tech I

    TXNM Energy (Fort Stockton, TX)


    AMS SERVICE TECH I

    Job ID: 6088982

     

    Date Posted:Apr 21, 2025

    POSTING DEADLINE

    This position is posted until filled.

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Salary Grade: G11

     

    Minimum Midpoint Maximum

     

    $42,740 - $55,562 - $68,384

    SUMMARY:

    Under direct supervision assists with performing a wide range of meter work and service requests, which includes repairs and troubleshoots routine to difficult/non-routine service problems, which may include servicing customer appliances and provide quality customer service by resolving customer inquiries and complaints in a professional/courteous manner.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Under the guidance of AMS Tech II, collaborates with Fraud Coordinator to determine the extent of meter tampering; gathers record of time and materials cost involved with tampering and theft of service

     

    Assist with analyzing meter premise location for signs of meter tampering and theft of service

     

    Conducts TNMP Customer Request Meter Test process function at the customer's location, assists in the field with meter communication problems, and collects meter data from AMS meters for revenue billing, as needed

     

    Assists with the completion of meter orders to include: connects, disconnects, meter sets, and meter exchanges, in a timely and safe manner, for billing purposes

     

    Completes service requests, to include: repair and adjustment, investigation of high bill complaints, verifying accuracy of Working Meter Standards as per established regulatory requirements and documenting results as per Company policy

     

    May be required to provide general assistance in any department and or function, such as Line Spotting, Meter Reading and Credit/Collections, as needed

     

    Prepares and completes reports related to the performance of assigned duties, such as Damage Reports, and related system reports

    COMPETENCIES:

    Basic knowledge of electrical theory and proper meter testing techniques

     

    Knowledge of corporate safety procedures and proper use of all personal protective equipment

     

    Basic knowledge of regulatory and corporate policies and guidelines for meter testing and meter installations in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) market

     

    Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations while maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor

     

    Ability to troubleshoot and repair various appliances

     

    Ability to analyze and resolve complex, meter, service, repair and installation problems

     

    Ability to operate various tools and equipment related to service work

     

    Ability to work in difficult positions outside, inside and under structures

     

    Ability to respond promptly to customer needs and solicit dialog with customers to improve or exceed customer expectations

     

    Ability to effectively respond to customer requests for service and/or assistance with a sense of urgency

     

    Ability to recognize the different types of AMS and Non AMS meters and be able to match the proper meter with the proper service voltage.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

    High School diploma or GED with three to five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline

    CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

    Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the Company's driving record requirements

    COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

    Ability to respond effectively to highly sensitive inquiries or complaints

     

    Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations

     

    Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide-range of questions

     

    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

    MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

    Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

    COMPUTER SKILLS:

    Ability to use general office equipment, a personal computer, and word processing software

     

    Knowledge and experience with CIS functions dealing with meter inventory and work orders

    ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

    Ability to examine meter test results and relate the findings to the customer in a professional manner. Ability to identify real and potential safety hazards before commencing any work and react according to company policy. Ability to define problems, collect data, analyze alternatives, and reason.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

    Ability to regularly use hands to finger, handle, feel and reach with hands and arms. Required to frequently stand and walk and occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and /or move objects up to 50 pounds. Colored vision is required. Duties require regular use of computers, safe operation of a motor vehicle and the use of electrical test equipment.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:

    Typical work environment is outside.

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    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

    Safety Statement:

    Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

    If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.