Staking Engineer

Slvrec • Monte Vista, CO

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Develops construction designs and cost estimates for the installation of electrical and fiber facilities using accepted engineering practices in accordance with RUS and NESC standards. Works collaboratively with members, public officials, contractors, line crews, and customer service personnel to ensure efficient, cost-effective project design, construction, and workflow.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical education and experience required.
• Complete company provided staking technician certification (3 week program) within first year of employment.
• Strong analytical and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate computers, communication equipment, standard office equipment, and software, including Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid Colorado Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Develops construction designs and plans, creates assembly drawings and construction units, determines facility layouts and construction options.
• Calculates construction costs and retirement costs, produces material lists, cost estimates and develops costs for new construction assemblies.
• Stakes electric facilities, stakes fiber-optic facilities and develops procedures and tools for fiber construction.
• Obtains necessary easements and permits, coordinates with permitting agencies, works with property owners and developers on facility placement.
• Works with contractors, SLVREC personnel, developers, property owners, and other departments, provides construction options and coordinates how projects will be completed.
• Helps develop construction policies and procedures, contributes to budgets, work plans, engineering/construction studies and develops new construction standards/assemblies as needed.
• Uses NISC Enterprise Software to create staking sheets, material lists and cost estimates and produces technical drawings and documentation needed for construction.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level