Electric Distribution Designer Trainee

umatillaelectric; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) up to 11% Company Contribution

Pension Plan (100% Employer Sponsored)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits

Vacation, Sick Leave and 11 paid holidays

Job summary

Umatilla Electric in Hermiston, Oregon, is hiring a Distribution Designer to manage design and staking for distribution line extensions. Ideal candidates will have a strong electrical background and a passion for community service.

This opportunity offers a structured trainee program along with competitive wages and various benefits like a 401(K) plan and generous paid leave. The ideal candidate will possess an associate's degree and be familiar with electric utility design.

Qualifications

• Ability to utilize in-field staking tools, including GPS, accurately.
• Must have advanced computer skills for utility design software.
• Ability to design and assemble distribution construction work packages.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and staking of routine distribution line extensions.
• Prepare cost estimates reflecting total work order costs.
• Collaborate in a team environment to support the engineering team.

Skills

Basic electrical theory

Communication skills

Use of GPS and survey equipment

Problem-solving skills

Education

Associate’s degree in computer aided engineering/drafting

Three years of electric distribution design/drafting experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Electric utility system design software

Job description

Umatilla Electric in Hermiston, Oregon, is hiring a Distribution Designer to manage design and staking for distribution line extensions. Ideal candidates will have a strong electrical background and a passion for community service.

This opportunity offers a structured trainee program along with competitive wages and various benefits like a 401(K) plan and generous paid leave. The ideal candidate will possess an associate's degree and be familiar with electric utility design.