Distribution Permitting Specialist Associate through Specialist

Oncor Electric Delivery • Fort Worth, TX

225d • $77,661 - $116,242

About The Position

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas. This position provides detailed technical support for the requirements and responsibilities directly related to permitting needed for the electric distribution system to meet present and future demand while providing high quality, reliable electric service at a competitive cost. The incumbent will serve as a functional SME for permitting as a whole, able to conduct evaluations of the permitting processes and procedures and bring forth any possible problems and solutions associated with permitting.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required
• Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or business-related field is encouraged to apply
• 1-3 Years of related permitting or project management experience is encouraged to apply
• Knowledge of the electrical utility industry is encouraged to apply
• 3-5 Years of related permitting or project management experience is encouraged to apply for Distribution Permitting Specialist

Nice To Haves

• Skills in problem solving, organization, effective communication, relationship building, project management, status reporting, and proactivity
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment to accomplish overall goals

Responsibilities

• Project management of the permitting process from start to finish
• Management of incoming permitting requests, keeping them organized and on track
• Works with other work groups to obtain necessary documentation and information needed to complete a permit request
• Provides status updates and reporting to other work groups as to status of various permitting requests
• Coordinates the ordering and sees to completion any necessary data and surveying information
• Submits the permit requests to the required entities and sees the submittal through to completion
• Creates and builds close working relationships with permitting entities to create efficiencies in the process
• Becomes a valuable point of contact between Oncor and various permitting entities
• Keeps records of permitting process expectations of the various permitting entities in order to streamline processes
• Observes corporate policies, codes, and procedures related to his/her area
• Demonstrates awareness of conditions that affect employee and/or public safety
• Strives to create a safe environment; complies with and enforces safety rules, handbook and procedures
• Incorporates personnel and public safety as a priority in the design and operation of system projects
• Effectively resolves requests and complaints
• Clearly explains options, costs, benefits, and risks
• Coordinates various types of engineering, construction, and maintenance permitting projects during various phases until completed
• Works with minimal supervision
• Capitalizes and builds on workforce diversity
• Effectively motivates employees
• Guides and inspires others to accomplish goals, both individually and as a team
• Defines and encourages high standards of performance; leads by example
• Structures and delegates assignments to achieve maximum results with minimal effort and in minimal time
• Trustworthy, motivated, and able to gain respect and confidence of others in work group
• Promote and exhibit corporate citizenship

Benefits

• Annual incentive program
• Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• 401k match for student debt program
• Cash balance pension plan
• Adoption Assistance
• Mental health resources
• Employee resource groups
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury
• Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED