Distribution Technician I

TRC Companies • SC-Greenville, SC

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About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is seeking a Distribution Technician to assist with inspecting power distribution poles for clients. The role supports the design and preparation of construction orders for overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, following applicable client and industry standards, specifications, guides, and procedures. The technician prepares design sketches, cost estimates, bills of materials, reports, and related documents for construction and maintenance projects; assists with distribution transformer load studies and investigations of circuit overloads and voltage complaints; and supports easement negotiations and processing. The role also involves acquiring and organizing field information, maintaining design activity records in client and company information systems, and following company safety policies. Travel is primarily regional within utility client territories during the business day, with overnight travel expected.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience as a mechanical, electrical, or field technician.
• Clean and valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Utility experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications, including MS Office products, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare construction orders for overhead and underground electric distribution facilities, applying prescribed standards, guides, specifications, and procedures.
• Apply client or industry standards and practices when preparing layouts for overhead and/or underground electric distribution facilities.
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, bills of materials, and other documents and reports for construction and maintenance projects.
• Assist with distribution transformer load studies and investigate circuit overloads and voltage complaints to determine necessary corrective action.
• Contact landowners or their agents to negotiate rights-of-way (easements) for proposed utility equipment.
• Obtain contact and tax map information needed for easement processing.
• Prepare and submit required reports and correspondence.
• Assist with acquisition of field data and gathering information from field notes.
• Digitize, copy, and scan drawings, prints, and maps.
• Use client and company information systems to track and update design activities.
• Follow the Code of Safe Practices described in company safety policies.
• Travel primarily within regional utility client territories during the business day, with overnight travel expected.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match
• Paid time off, ranging from 15 to 25 days per year depending on full-time or part-time status and seniority
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with applicable state laws
• Potential eligibility for the annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance

What This Job Offers

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