Transmission and Distribution Engineering Technician III ("Staking Engineer") - Power

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Under minimal supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, measuring, and analyzing numerical and graphical data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, GIS data, geotechnical data, maps, subsurface utility information, structural concepts, schematics, technical drawings, and other matrices to support engineering activities.
• Possess ability to work in the field and operate survey equipment such as a total station and RTK based GPS for layout of Powerline infrastructure.
• Have a familiarity with RUS / REA bulletins and specifications for Transmission and Distribution related design and engineering
• Have a basic understanding of Right-of-Way / Corridor and Infrastructure related utilities and projects.
• Experience in working with Vendors and Contractors for installation of utility infrastructure.
• Possess ability to layout and design underground medium and high voltage related line extensions.
• Basic understanding of electrical theory and utility related operations and infrastructure development.
• Strong mathematic skills for calculating the layout of underground and overhead facilities
• Strong self-starter attitude toward generating quality products and service to clients.
• Basic understanding of sag / tension related to design of overhead / aerial facilities.
• Ability to work and interface with Clients for establishing project criteria and requirements
• Strong communication skills for client and stakeholder interactions and meetings.
• Understanding of NESC (National Electric Safety Code) standards and practices.
• Assist with performing moderately complex professional engineering tech work relating to conducting inspection and evaluation of proposed and existing field / site conditions to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, construction plans or operating
• Performs engineering tech functions and provides technical assistance on various design requirements, engineering activities, and operating strategies to account for quality control and the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
• Verify the characteristics of a site and provide technical assistance on various environmental, design, materials, contractor, and construction observation and issues.
• Assist with verifying calculations, design, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications, recognizing basic construction or engineering problems and escalating any differences, errors, compliance issues, or technical problems for appropriate
• Write basic to moderately-complex technical reports and work product summarizing research with findings and conclusions.
• Assist technical staff, engineers, and project managers with risk identification and assessment, offering input and analysis with design concepts, construction, and the mitigation and improvement of project work site problems.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and records using electronic systems, drawings, computations, software, and daily field / work site notebook / logs.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and
• Assist with work plan preparation and coordination of field / site work, health and safety plans, and permitting.
• Complete training on assigned
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and adhere to professional conduct and KLJ's policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business

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What else you need to know

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $25.87-32.33 / hour. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies relevant to the role, and internal equityWe offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally. The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com / careers / benefits.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas and does not participate in any OPT training program.

KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com / careers.

Position will be posted until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Salary : $26 - $32