Staking Technician

Rio Grande Electric Cooperative, Inc. • Fort Stockton, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The entry level position of Staking Technician has been established to evaluate member service requirements, property details, geographic features and existing RGEC plant and equipment to support the design, construction, inspection, maintenance and accounting of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities.

Requirements

• Three (3) years’ experience or Associates Degree and one (1) year experience
• Must be able to apply engineering theory to the design of electric distribution lines
• Must successfully complete first three (3) of seven (7) TEEX Introductory Electric Utility Module courses within 1 year of hire
• Must be able to understand GIS, mapping terminology and surveying concepts
• Must be able to interpret system maps, engineering drawings and staking sheets
• Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn other software programs, as needed
• Must demonstrate ability to learn and apply basic computer, technical and mathematical skills
• Must be able to operate, maintain and safeguard expensive engineering tools and field equipment such GPS unit, transit, laser range finder, soil resistivity tester, ground resistance tester and range poles
• Must be able to safely operate 4-wheel drive truck, 4-wheeler ATV, transport trailers and winching equipment
• Must demonstrate ability to work safely and comply with Cooperative’s safety rules
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated and able to organize work efficiently in order to meet project deadlines
• Possess excellent oral and written communications skills in the English language and be able to communicate technical information effectively
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to maintain a harmonious working relationship with all Cooperative employees, members, suppliers and consultants
• Must be or become certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• Must pass federal government security clearance background check
• Possess a valid Texas drivers’ license
• Insurable with the Cooperative's auto insurance carrier
• Must be or become certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GPS, engineering field staking software and AutoCAD are a plus

Responsibilities

• Performs power line assessment activities and engineering field operations required to support the design, construction, inspection, maintenance and accounting of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities
• Typically makes initial contact with Cooperative member to understand electrical service requirements and evaluate existing electrical distribution facilities
• Develops proposed distribution line extension and/or upgrade, creates electronic staking sheets and performs ROW flagging/field staking of line necessary to provide the requested service
• Shall perform ROW field investigations, easement research and related support, as needed
• Performs internal work order final inspections and assists engineering consultant inspectors with RUS Form 219 work order inspections
• Performs system inspections which will include examination/documentation of pole-line condition, asset inventory, GPS data collection, pole tagging, joint use contacts and ROW condition assessment
• Develops maps, engineering drawings and sketches for special projects, as assigned
• Learn and comply with Cooperative’s safety rules and procedures
• Maintain confidential information

What This Job Offers

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