Engineering Technician 1

The Davis H. Elliot Company; Roanoke, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Lineman Apprenticeship program

Paid Vacation

Uniforms and PPE provided

Servant Leadership Training

Job summary

The Davis H. Elliot Company in Roanoke, VA seeks a Lineman Apprentice to patrol distribution lines, assist in surveying, and gain hands-on experience in overhead/underground construction. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and learning on the job.

Applicants should bring a high school diploma (or related associate degree) and a valid driver's license. The employer offers a comprehensive benefits package and a structured apprenticeship program to develop essential skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience.
• Or an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Gain knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to distribution utility line construction.
• Gain knowledge with pertinent equipment, material, systems, and business processes.
• Possess basic computer literacy skills.
• Perform work activities as assigned with coaching from more experienced employees.
• Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record required.

Responsibilities

• Walk right of ways in various terrain to patrol distribution line damage.
• Carry and handle telescopic measuring stick and switching stick (~11 lbs).
• May be required to clear brush for walking and staking during survey work.
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary.
• Apply technical knowledge to resolve problems encountered in assigned work.
• Use initiative to improve processes and increase job knowledge/technical skills.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with other employees and customers.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and papers.
• Develop decision making skills based on job knowledge.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

HS Diploma + 2 yrs utility exp

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Eng Tech

Job description

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).
Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, engineering, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description

• Walk right of ways various terrain in potentially adverse conditions to patrol distribution line damage
• Carry and handle telescopic measuring stick and switching stick that weigh approximately 11 lbs.
• May be required to use a brush axe or machete to clear brush for walking and staking during survey work
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
• Applies technical knowledge and experience in resolving problems encountered in assigned work
• Uses initiative in looking for opportunities to improve the process and increase job knowledge/technical skills
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing with other employees and customers
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers.
• Develops decision making skills based on job knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience
• Or an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Gain knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to distribution utility line construction.
• Gain knowledge with pertinent equipment, material, systems, and business processes
• Possess basic computer literacy skills.
• Perform work activities as assigned with coaching from more experienced employees.
• Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record required.

Benefits/Culture

Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K w/ company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program
• Paid Vacation
• Servant Leadership Training
• Uniforms and PPE provided