Field Service Representative I or II

Yampa Valley Electric Association • Steamboat Springs, CO

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About The Position

We're looking for one great Field Service Representative to join the YVEA engineering team. In this role, you'll be the hands-on connection between our cooperative and the members we serve, handling service requests, designing line extensions, inspecting job sites, and keeping our system records up to date, all across the stunning terrain of Northwest Colorado.
If you're newer to the field, you'll build your skills alongside experienced FSRs with plenty of mentorship along the way. If you're already seasoned, you'll step in and take ownership of complex projects from day one.

Requirements

• Experience in distribution line design, overhead or underground construction, or a related field
• Familiarity with line design software, AutoCAD, or NISC ABS/CIS systems
• Knowledge of RUS construction standards, NESC, or NEC requirements
• An associate degree or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong communication skills and a member-first attitude
• Integrity, good judgment, and the ability to work independently as skills develop
• Minimum of four years' experience in Field Engineering on an electric distribution system. (FSR II)
• Requires expertise in Line design software, AutoCAD, NISC's ABS and CIS systems, hand sketching, and simple drafting. (FSR II)
• Minimum of 4 years' experience with overhead and underground distribution construction. (FSR II)

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Certified Staking and Line Design program is preferred. (FSR II)

Responsibilities

• Work with members on requests for new, revised, and relocated electric services
• Design overhead and underground distribution line extensions
• Prepare staking sheets, material breakdowns, and project cost estimates
• Conduct job site inspections and verify compliance with RUS, NESC, and NEC standards
• Collect GPS field data for mapping and easement documentation
• Participate in line patrols and field-checking of system maps and records
• Coordinate with other utilities on shared construction activities
• Support electronic workflow and documentation processes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees