Standards Coordinator
About The Position
The Standards Coordinator develops, maintains, and continuously improves the District’s construction, material, and engineering design standards; coordinates equipment and apparatus specifications and acquisition; facilitates the District’s standards committee; and prepares technical reports in compliance with District policies and applicable government standards. This is a non-remote position based in Chehalis, with local travel of up to 50%, regular field work, and attendance at public meetings or trainings. The position reports to the Transmission and Distribution Engineering Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities. The role supports the Engineering Department by evaluating procedures, preparing technical and economic studies and recommendations, coordinating with consulting engineers, supporting procurement, and conducting field inspections of the transmission and distribution system. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
Requirements
- Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three years of experience in utility transmission and distribution systems operations, maintenance, engineering, construction, or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Proficiency in MS Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of electric utility construction and maintenance practices.
- Knowledge of utility distribution and transmission systems.
- Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
- Knowledge of utility materials, equipment, and specifications.
- Knowledge of utility safety practices and regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of engineering and economic evaluation principles.
- Experience with drafting software, CAD, GIS, work management, or utility asset management software.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain construction, material, and design standards.
- Evaluate engineering, construction, and maintenance procedures and make recommendations.
- Assist with developing and evaluating maintenance and construction procedures.
- Facilitate and coordinate the District’s Standards Committee.
- Prepare cost estimates, engineering recommendations, and information to support proposed changes to District policy.
- Serve as the District’s National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) subject matter expert and review District standards for NESC compliance.
- Perform or coordinate maintenance of assembly unit information in the District’s work management system.
- Develop technical and economic studies and make recommendations.
- Prepare reports that summarize and present results.
- Assist the Operations Department in developing maintenance and construction procedures.
- Coordinate work with consulting engineers.
- Perform technical functions for procurement of materials, equipment, and contractor services, including preparing specifications and bid documents, evaluating bids, and administering contracts.
- Prepare and submit documentation and reports required by local, state, and federal regulations.
- Support professional development and mentorship in the Engineering Department.
- Conduct field inspections of the transmission and distribution system to verify compliance with District standards.
- Perform other related tasks assigned by the Engineering Manager to help the Engineering Department meet District goals and expectations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
