Meter Technician II (Onsite)

Lower Colorado River Authority • Austin, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to take your technical expertise to the next level within a critical infrastructure environment? We are looking for a detail-oriented Substation Metering Technician to join our Transmission Services team. In this role you’ll be a vital link in the energy chain, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of our revenue metering systems. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where you’ll receive professional mentorship while taking ownership of complex projects that integrate hardware, telecommunications, and high-level data networks. You will be trusted to: - Lead and assist in the setup of substation metering circuits, revenue meters, and instrument transformers. - Bridge the gap between hardware and software by integrating meters into a internal and 3rd-party networks for remote MV90 access. - Act as a key collaborator between LCRA System Operations, Telecommunications, and ERCOT to execute complex system upgrades. - Perform testing, repairs, and fine-tuned adjustments to transformer-type meters and demand mechanisms. - Ensure the grid remains secure and transparent by developing test results and maintaining NERC and ERCOT-required documentation. - Performs work by traveling independently or with a small crew to various locations (substations, powerplants, water systems, etc.) as scheduled

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience in the construction and/or maintenance of power substation protection, diagnostic, metering, monitoring and/or control systems or relevant experience.
• A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, computer science or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in the setup of substation metering circuits, revenue meters, and instrument transformers.
• Bridge the gap between hardware and software by integrating meters into a internal and 3rd-party networks for remote MV90 access.
• Act as a key collaborator between LCRA System Operations, Telecommunications, and ERCOT to execute complex system upgrades.
• Perform testing, repairs, and fine-tuned adjustments to transformer-type meters and demand mechanisms.
• Ensure the grid remains secure and transparent by developing test results and maintaining NERC and ERCOT-required documentation.
• Performs work by traveling independently or with a small crew to various locations (substations, powerplants, water systems, etc.) as scheduled

Benefits

• Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
• Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
• 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
• Life and disability insurance
• Wellness program including wellness incentive
• Extensive learning & development programs
• And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree