Dist Service Tech - Trainee

PPL Electric Utilities Corp.; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

PPL Electric Utilities Corp. is seeking a qualified engineer/technician to perform field surveys and contribute to the design and engineering of overhead and underground power distribution facilities.

The role involves coordinating maintenance, operation and construction activities at the Wilkes Barre Service Center. The position requires designing for single and three-phase lines, preparing work orders and permits, and collaborating with other utilities, municipalities and authorities to

Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year Engineering or Engineering Technology degree program from an accredited school/program.
• Successful completion of the company's Training and Development Program for Distribution Service Technicians.
• Licensed to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Specifies design for single phase and three phase overhead and underground facilities.
• Prepares corrective maintenance, failed equipment and pole replacement work orders.
• Works with other utility companies and municipalities regarding joint use of distribution facilities.
• Prepares work orders, sketches, right-of-way requests, permit requests and estimates.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to meet customers' project needs and service complaints.
• Determines customer obligations from standard practice instructions for contracts and billing.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Two-year Engineering or Engineering Technology degree

Job description

Company Summary Statement

PPL Electric Utilities delivers safe, reliable and affordable electricity to more than 1.4 million homes and businesses throughout its 29-county service territory in eastern and central Pennsylvania. Through smart investments and innovation, it has built one of the most advanced electric grids in the United States. And, with over a century of expertise, PPL Electric remains focused on continuing to build the utility of the future, today. Regularly ranking among the country’s best utility companies for reliability and customer satisfaction, PPL Electric has won numerous awards, including 30 J.D. Power Awards for providing top-quality service to residential and business customers. PPL Electric is a major employer and an active supporter of the communities it serves. Empowering employees, community members and initiatives across its service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability, and wellbeing.

Overview

This is a union position within PPL. The successful candidate will become a member of IBEW Local 1600. The starting hourly rate for this position is $42.606 with the potential for overtime. This position will be based out of PPLs Wilkes Barre Service Center.

Conducts field surveys and performs assignments associated with the design and engineering of overhead and underground facilities of various voltage levels. Assists in coordinating maintenance, operation and construction of all such facilities.

Responsibilities

• Specifies design for single phase and three phase overhead and underground facilities according to specifications and defined compatible units.
• Prepares corrective maintenance, failed equipment and pole replacement work orders for overhead and underground facilities.
• Works with other utility companies, municipalities, corporations and authorities regarding joint use of distribution facilities.
• Prepares work orders, sketches, right-of-way requests, permit requests and estimates. Generates work orders in appropriate company systems and computer tools.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to meet with customers to satisfy project needs and service complaints.
• Determines customer obligations from Standard Practice Instructions for contracts, costs, billing and accounting purposes.
• Performs such other related duties as assigned or as necessary.

Qualifications

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates must meet the basic qualifications and pass all required tests or assessments to receive consideration. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identitiy and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.

Basic Qualifications

• Graduate of a two-year Engineering or Engineering Technology degree program from a school/program which has been accredited by a nationally recognized accreditation agency.
• Successful completion of the company's Training and Development Program for Distribuiton Service Technicians.
• Licensed to operate a motor vehicle.