Distribution Technician II

TRC Companies, Inc. • Ceredo, WV

11d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC is hiring a Distribution Technician II. We will consider candidates that reside in surrounding areas. This position will be working within our Power Distribution Engineering team as part of our growing Power Sector. Perform manual/visual inspection of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities and equipment to compile field data collection. Minor work order preparation and maintenance reports of distribution equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma,Associates or Bachelors Degree.
• 2+ years' experience required.
• Valid and Clear Driver's License.
• Clean and valid Driver's license required; Must be at least 21 years of age to drive on company time including personal and company vehicle.
• Above the age of 21 years.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience or Associates degree preferred.
• Proficient use and knowledge of computers and software applications desired (MS Office products)

Responsibilities

• Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems including system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, lighting audits, etc.
• Perform field data collection utilizing Katapult, laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic devices in order to collect data for input into database software as necessary.
• Possess a working knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), electric utility construction standards, telephone, cable and other communication facilities.
• Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, inspect and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment, etc.
• Follow Code of Safe Practices as outlined in the company safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Possess the working knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements specific to the individual’s job responsibility.
• Responsible to maintain a safe and healthful place of work.
• Responsible for your own safety. This includes inspecting your own workplace on a daily basis and promptly reporting unsafe/unhealthful conditions to the PM/Supervisor.
• Report all work-related injury or illness, however slight, to management.
• Make recommendations for a safer workplace and/or work practices.
• Personal protective equipment must be used when and where required and properly maintained.
• Responsible for the quality of your individual work.
• Responsible for meeting the quality requirements as outlined in the client contract.
• Understand the processes and controls in place to make sure that your work fulfills those requirements.
• Self-check all work and check the work of others as required.
• Present ideas effectively in formal and informal situations. Communicate well in writing and utilize proper ethics with email and telephone communications. Keep supervisor and coworkers informed. Share complete and accurate information with others. Possess the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with all levels in the organization and with outside clients and agencies.
• Engineering Understanding.
• Analytical competence to interact with variety of individuals including engineers and experienced distribution system designers.
• Possess the working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility constructions standards, and best industry engineering practices.
• Travel is primarily local to the client and project during the business day, although some out of the area and overnight travel may be expected.
• Demonstrate leadership and capability to perform job duties and responsibilities. Build cooperation through credibility, expertise, influence and persuasion. Generate excitement, enthusiasm and commitment to the company’s mission. Actively resolve conflicts and demonstrate effective conflict management skills. Link mission / vision / values to everyday work. See the potential in people, opportunities and events. Possess willingness to change or adapt current practices and programs when necessary or as directed.
• Follow prescribed standards and procedures. Commit to an environment of teamwork with coworkers and management. Promote a friendly climate, good morale and cooperation among team members. Assure joint ownership of goal setting, group commitments, work activities, schedules and group accomplishments, mindful that the practical needs of the team are met. Protect and promote the group’s reputation both inside and outside the company.
• Meet all the expectations of both internal and external customers. Gain customers’ trust and respect. Actively seek customer feedback on quality of services provided. Foster positive relationships with client while maintaining the proper client/contractor arrangement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part-time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree