Project Specific Technician I

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The Project Specific Technician I role (PSTI) is the first in the career track for technicians who are primarily performing a specific technical task related to a defined scope of work related to a utility system. This position is entry level in nature with no previous experience required. This position will require the PSTI to perform basic field measurement, data collection, recording and observations related to existing or proposed utility infrastructure. This position could require the PSTI to observe and document the installation of existing facilities or conduct investigations to determine if new installations are feasible.

This position primarily involves working in a field environment with locations varying often on a daily basis. There is an expectation of significant field work, which may include exposure to inclement weather conditions such as extreme heat/cold, high humidity, rain, snow and icy conditions. Field exposure to insects, animals and vegetation may pose a threat.

Key Required Skills:

Field and workzone safety

• Time Management
• Work with Limited supervision
• Basic Electrical Concepts
• Solar interconects

Your key responsibilities include:

• Receiving and following directions related to daily tasks.
• Performing field data collection using standard tools, methods and processes and performing necessary project-specific inspections accurately and efficiently.
• Driving safely to various project sites by using diverse options of tools including maps, GPS and technical drawings.
• Walking along project sites executing a variety of preassigned tasks.
• Exhibiting ability to communicate with project stakeholders.
• Understanding the hazards and dangers of the distribution system and how to navigate their role to prevent dangerous situations and mitigating hazards during the office and field portion of their role.
• Actively looking out for others' safety in all aspects of this work.
• Attending and engaging in scheduled safety meetings and adhering to driving and site hazard identification, mitigation and reporting training.
• Incumbents will have the ability to work on a storm response local or travel team as an Assessor or Team Lead, as needed.

This role will work under minimal supervision for mentorship, guidance and training.

• High School Diploma
• Valid Drivers License required
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.