Meter Data Analyst

Meter Data Analyst

The Department:

Silicon Valley Power (SVP) currently provides 24/7 energy to the City of Santa Clara, with over 50 percent of the electricity from carbon-free and renewable resources. SVP's customer base is growing, forecasted to almost double its peak by 2030, to a projected 1300 MW. This type of load growth requires extensive planning, procurement, and management to meet the needs of today's customers while securing power needs to meet the future growth.

It is the mission of Silicon Valley Power to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, sustainable, competitively priced energy and services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers.

The Position:

Under general supervision, the Meter Data Analyst is responsible for ensuring the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system is operating at optimum performance and providing consistent and reliable meter readings; tracking system performance trends; providing support, direction and assistance to internal and external customers; and coordinating and managing scheduled and unscheduled system maintenance activities.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the "Apply Now" feature on the job announcement at This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments besides the positions listed above. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The annual salary range for this position is $101,078.64 - $128,868.72. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Associates degree in a related field

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• One (1) year of experience in utility operations or meter data management systems

Acceptable Substitution:

• Three (3) years of experience in utility operations or meter data management systems may be substituted for the education and experience qualifications above.

License/Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working on a ground-based or data-based meter read collection system and using a handheld device.
• Experience with Advanced Metering applications, Advanced Meters, and connections for Advanced metering to billing systems.

Other Requirements:

• May be required to work shifts, weekends, and odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and emergency situations.
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment.

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

Permanent City employees preference points: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.