Field Technician C, CFS

Iberdrola•Orange, CT

7d•$39 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Apply administrative and technical knowledge and experience to assist and support the Customer Field Service department. Assist in developing simple to moderate overhead line construction design and work orders. Perform mathematical calculations to support designs. Update, maintain, and ensure accuracy of computerized systems and other data. Learn and become proficient with work management systems, applications and databases (GIS, SAP, ALDEN, ETC).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Must have at least thirty (30) accredited college credits toward and must enroll in Associates Science Degree in engineering and applied science or related curriculum within ninety (90) days of the date of hire while working within the Customer Field Service Department.
Must have working knowledge of the PC including Microsoft Office and other windows-based systems.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and working as a team member.
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably with additional technical training and mechanical aptitude.
Must have a valid drivers’ license, with a safe driving record.
Must be available for storm and emergency assignments and to work extended duration with short notice.
Must continuously work within company safety policies and procedures.
Must be capable of performing all the essential job functions in the classification.
Must be able to refer to and interpret drawings, sketches, written instructions and work orders.
Must be able to use measuring tools, mobile data devices and testing instruments.

Nice To Haves

Applicable military experience preferred.
Currently enrolled in Associates Science Degree in an engineering and applied science or related curriculum preferred.

Responsibilities

Learn the electric codes and work practices associated with the distribution system such as NESC, NEC, OSHA, UI standards and guidelines, and Operating Procedures.
Provide support to the Customer Field Service Department.
Prepare work requests for smaller designs & assist the department as needed. Examples of smaller design work include but are not limited to the following: Emergency Work Templates (“EWTs”), pole replacements for work orders within the SAP system, assist in taking field notes for third party work, capital work, and customer work, etc.
Gather customer requirements & prepare accurate project documents (e.g., work requests, drawings, material lists, service orders, construction agreements, and PLP Agreements).
Act as customer advocate.
Provide support and assistance to others as required.
Rubber glove training required to make height measurements into secondary voltages on poles and mid span wires.
Available for 24-hour coverage as required for storm restoration or emergency work.
Effectively communicate (written and oral) with all levels of management and bargaining unit employees.
Effectively and accurately organize critical information that affects multiple constituencies.
Interact professionally with co-workers, management, customers, and other organizations outside UI.
Care and dependability to perform job duties efficiently and safely.