Distribution Resource Specialist

Techserv; Dunnellon (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TechServ Engineering & Consulting is seeking a Distribution Resource Specialist to support electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, and restoration. The role focuses on coordinating field resources, optimizing crew productivity, managing work orders, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of distribution operations, construction planning, scheduling, and field coordination, and can collaborate with

Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, or coordination.
• Knowledge of overhead/underground distribution systems and practices.
• Experience with work orders, crew scheduling, or project coordination.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic work management systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and prepare distribution work orders to ensure job readiness.
• Coordinate crew schedules and manage a two-week scheduling window.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and schedule performance.
• Help manage capital and maintenance projects within budget.
• Coordinate field safety and construction quality audits.
• Serve as main liaison between field crews, leadership, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Distribution operations

Work order management

Crew scheduling

Construction planning

Field coordination

MS Office

Safety focus

Job description

Distribution Resource Specialist

Company: TechServ Engineering & Consulting
Job Title: Distribution Resource Specialist
Location: Dunnellon, Florida
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

TechServ Engineering & Consulting is seeking an experienced Distribution Resource Specialist to support electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, and restoration operations.

This position plays a key role in coordinating field resources, optimizing crew productivity, managing work orders, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electric utility distribution operations, construction planning, scheduling, and field coordination. This individual must be able to collaborate effectively with field crews, operations leadership, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Work Planning & Field Readiness

• Review and prepare distribution construction and maintenance work orders to ensure job readiness before crew assignment.
• Conduct site readiness checks to identify potential obstacles that could delay construction activities.
• Perform constructability reviews to verify work orders can be completed as designed.
• Coordinate job prerequisites, including utility locates, electrical permits, right-of-way (ROW) agreements, and customer approvals.
• Determine jobsite requirements, including traffic control, vacuum excavation equipment, materials, and other necessary resources.
• Review construction documentation, job designs, and work plans to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before execution.

Scheduling & Resource Coordination

• Coordinate and optimize crew schedules based on workload, available resources, project priorities, and customer commitments.
• Manage work requests and work orders within a two-week scheduling window.
• Assign and adjust work orders to maximize crew efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and other resources required for successful project execution.
• Monitor project progress and adjust schedules or resource assignments as needed.
• Collaborate with field leadership and internal departments to resolve scheduling conflicts and operational challenges.

Project Execution & Performance

• Support the execution of electric distribution construction, maintenance, and restoration activities.
• Monitor crew productivity, project costs, construction quality, and schedule performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, resource utilization, and work management processes.
• Support the management of capital and maintenance projects while maintaining budget and performance expectations.
• Participate in performance reviews and discussions regarding key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Conduct or coordinate field safety and construction quality audits.

Communication & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as a key point of coordination between field crews, operations leadership, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate project schedules, work requirements, resource needs, and potential delays.
• Support customer commitment dates and assist in resolving customer concerns.
• Facilitate collaboration between departments to improve project execution and operational performance.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, field operations, or resource coordination.
• Knowledge of overhead and/or underground electric distribution systems and construction practices.
• Experience with work order management, crew scheduling, construction planning, or project coordination.
• Ability to review construction work packages, identify job prerequisites, and evaluate field readiness.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic work management systems.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and construction quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with electric utility companies or utility contractors.
• Familiarity with utility work management and scheduling systems.
• Knowledge of right-of-way requirements, utility locates, permitting, and traffic control.
• Experience coordinating distribution line crews, equipment, and construction materials.
• Understanding of construction productivity metrics, budgets, and operational KPIs.
• Previous experience in distribution field supervision, construction coordination, or utility operations planning.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who understands the importance of having crews, materials, equipment, and jobsite requirements ready before work begins. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with both field and office personnel, anticipating operational challenges, and keeping distribution projects moving safely and efficiently.

Why Join TechServ?

TechServ Engineering & Consulting provides opportunities to work alongside experienced professionals supporting critical electric utility infrastructure. We value teamwork, safety, operational excellence, and individuals who take pride in delivering quality results.

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