Distribution Field Tech 1-FD1

Pike • Bedford, TX

18h • Onsite

About The Position

This is the first level of the field technician positions. This position may be a training slot for a Designer and/or CAD position within the organization. The incumbent will be required to work in an outside environment. The incumbent will adhere to and be a strong advocate for Pike Engineering’s Core Values to both Pike Engineering employees and our client(s). The incumbent will be familiar with and follow all practices as outlined in the Pike Engineering Safety Manual. The incumbent will be an advocate of safety and participate in all safety initiatives. Incumbent may be required to assist in power restoration efforts in natural disaster events (e.g., driver, wire sitter, runner). Overnight travel may be required at times.

Requirements

• Must have a high level of self-motivation and be able to work independently.
• The incumbent will have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Well organized in actions and written communication.
• Familiar with common computer software including MS Office Suite and CAD drafting systems if applicable.
• Experience in design or line construction in a utility environment.
• Familiar with GIS systems and basic data structures preferred.
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks and assist in the training of new peers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the collection of facilities field data as specified for use by others in updating facilities records or preparing design documents.
• Data collection, measurement, mapping, field photography, equipment or unit inventory, staking, and similar field-based reconnaissance at the direction of senior technical or engineering employees.
• Work with more senior employees in the field acting as a design or staking assistant.
• Accurately and neatly gather field data using paper drawings, forms, electronic data collection devices, digital cameras, or other formats and/or devices specified by the project manager and/or client.
• Correctly identify items to be documented in the field with minimal supervisory assistance.
• Quickly learn and apply technology tools such as hand-held data collection units, laser range finders, digital cameras, and GPS receivers.
• Accurately record measurements and dimensions of requested items; be able to recognize levels of detail required to create a complete and accurate accounting of the field inventory and environment per the project specifications.
• Accurately records data and measurements using correct standards and symbology such that the resulting product is clear and easily understood by office-based project personnel.
• Meets production targets and understands the importance of project deliverables and milestones.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed