Field Technician II, Power Distribution

Disaster Resource Group•Charlotte, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Technician II provides field technical services for the inspection and auditing of electric distribution facilities, joint-use permitting and attachments, damage assessment, and facility safety. The role includes project management, training, and mentoring Field Technician I employees. At least 70% of work activities are performed outdoors, and projects may be more than two hours from the employee’s residence or office. Overnight travel during the week is required. The position is the second working level in the Field Engineering department. Incumbents perform routine tasks independently and receive less supervision when assisting with more complex engineering work. The stated typical experience range is 2–6 years. Possible next roles are Power Designer III or Power Field Technician III; advancement depends on demonstrated knowledge, skills, relevant experience, and supervisory evaluation, not years of service alone. Work is primarily outdoors and may involve extreme heat or cold, noise, sun exposure, rough terrain, and public or private rights of way. The employee must be comfortable working around nature, animals, and insects. Storm restoration participation may be required.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience or relative equivalent is required.
A working knowledge of design and/or power distribution systems, CATV, and communications systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Working knowledge of policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to work independently, self-motivate, and manage time.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate clearly with client, customer, and office personnel about the scope of work.
Ability to constructively manage multiple tasks.
A valid driver’s license and a vehicle suitable for business use; mileage reimbursement may apply.
Ability to drive frequently, stand, walk long distances (up to five miles or more per day), and navigate rough terrain on foot.
Comfort working outdoors in public and private rights of way, including around animals and insects and in extreme heat, cold, noise, and sun exposure.
Ability to travel overnight during the week.
Ability to work outdoors for at least 70% of activities.
Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, design technology, or a related field, with at least two years of utility experience preferred; alternatively, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering qualifies with no prior experience, or a high school diploma/GED with four or more years of equivalent utility experience without a degree.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, design technology, or a related field with at least two years of utility experience.

Responsibilities

Collect and analyze field data and prepare accurate, detailed reports and records.
Learn, practice, and promote all safety policies and procedures.
Identify electric distribution facilities, third-party facilities such as fiber, CATV, and communications systems, and their ownership.
Act as a liaison between the client and third parties on attachment projects.
Manage projects and train and mentor Field Technician I employees.
Plan and execute daily goals while meeting quality and time constraints.
Maintain consistent data quality while meeting production standards.
Use customer-specific proprietary software and other computer systems to facilitate work orders.
Perform field audits of existing electric utility facilities.
Research pole ownership, rights of way, property rights, and permit requirements for proposed work.
Visually inspect, identify, and record field equipment and structures.
Use measuring equipment and collect detailed photographs and measurements in the field.
Use laptops, tablets, smartphone applications, Trimble equipment, and other data collection and engineering technology.
Use software applications such as Fulcrum and ArcGIS, and receive training in hardware and software applications.
Participate in project routing and pre- and post-ride-outs.
Participate in storm restoration activities as a Driver, Wire Guard, or Assessor when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k).
Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
Paid time off that may be used for vacation, sick leave, family medical leave, personal leave, bereavement, jury duty, military leave, voting, or other purposes.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
Group critical illness coverage.
Group hospital indemnity coverage.
Group accident coverage.
Pet insurance.
Company discounts.