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# Metering Program Lead

- **Company:** Alaska Power and Telephone
- **Location:** Ketchikan, AK, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $124,800 - $145,600
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Communication Softwares, Computer Programming, Microsoft Office, Radio-Frequency Identification, Software Tools, Communication Devices, Cts+
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/f8d7a742-7db5-4a21-af8e-851fdc59dfce/metering-program-lead

## About the Role

* 2- or 4-year degree in electrical/electronics engineering technology or a related technical field, OR equivalent journeyman-level metering/electrical experience
 * Five or more years of hands-on electric metering experience - installation, configuration, programming, and testing of self-contained and instrument-rated (CT/PT) metering
 * Working knowledge of CTs, PTs, and revenue metering accuracy
 * Ability to interpret and apply metering standards, NESC, and NEC requirements
 * Ability to self-motivate, manage time, plan projects, and communicate with other team members
 * Ability to safely identify hazards and work around energized electrical equipment
 * Familiar with Microsoft Office and metering/communication software tools
 * Current passport and ability to travel to remote sites, up to 30% of workload (reduced if in or near AP&T-served communities)
 * Mental flexibility, willingness to learn unfamiliar parts of the job, and a positive attitude
 * Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check, * Familiarity with Landis + Gyr and Aclara metering and software tools (for both powerline and RF systems)
 * Extensive involvement with Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) deployments and retrofits
 * Experience developing metering standards, meter forms, settings, and drawing practices
 * Experience leading meter audit, revenue-protection, or loss-investigation programs
 * Familiarity with utility electric tariffs and rules
 * Meter technician / metering certification(s)
 * Familiar with isolated Alaskan communities and the challenges of travel and planning projects in the region

Physical Requirements of the Position:

 * At times work will be performed around energized electrical equipment
 * At times work will be performed in non-temperature-controlled environments
 * At times work will be performed while sitting, standing, crouching, squatting, and reaching at heights
 * At times work will be performed in a standard office environment with regularly scheduled working hours
 * Must be capable of safely lifting up to 60 pounds on occasion and maintaining good balance
 * Safety and PPE must be worn at all times when performing work in the field
 * Occasional travel may be required by small planes, ferry, helicopter, boats, and/or ATV

## Description

The Metering Program Lead is responsible for leading metering-related work (ordering, configuration, and programming), supporting Properties and Billing with metering issues, managing metering upgrade rollouts, and helping standardize metering practices and documentation across AP&T.

AP&T is an employee-owned, vertically integrated utility that independently owns and operates ten isolated power systems across a large expanse of Alaska. We incorporate hydro, solar and diesel resources to provide economic power to the communities we serve. As a small utility we offer a diversity of experience. We work together to safely integrate innovative new generation resources, renewables, address day-to-day operational issues, install and maintain equipment, address regulatory requirements and other such tasks. The successful candidate will take ownership of AP&T's metering program and provide leadership on a variety of metering projects across our service territory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 * Specify, procure, and manage meters, current transformers (CTs), potential transformers (PTs), and related metering equipment
 * Configure and program meters and communication devices
 * Develop and maintain metering standards including meter forms, settings, and documentation
 * Oversee commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of metering systems
 * Lead and document the meter audit program
 * Support regulatory documentation requirements
 * Support Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems
 * Work with Billing to validate meter data and resolve discrepancies
 * Investigate revenue losses and ensure metering accuracy
 * Ensure compliance with applicable metering standards, NESC, NEC and State of Alaska requirements
 * Lead metering upgrade projects, including AMI deployments and retrofits
 * Coordinate with engineering, operations, MIS, vendors, and contractors
 * Support and provide guidance to metering personnel
 * Provide field support and travel to remote sites as needed
 * Ensure safe work practices and compliance with safety procedures