Engineering Technician 2

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with match

ESOP

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Lineman Apprentice to support distribution line patrols and survey work in Roanoke, Virginia.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and on-the-job training to build essential skills in electrical construction and maintenance. Qualified candidates will have an associate degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology and 4–6 years of related utility experience, along with a valid driver's license and basic computer

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology with 4–6 years utility industry experience.
• Knowledge of equipment and material used in distribution utility construction.
• Basic knowledge of systems and business processes.
• Moderate computer literacy and proficiency with standard software.
• Ability to perform tasks with minimal coaching from experienced staff.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Walk right of ways in varied terrain to patrol distribution line damage.
• Carry and use telescopic measuring and switching sticks (approx. 11 lbs).
• May clear brush with axe or machete for surveying tasks.
• Collaborate with others to share information and seek assistance as needed.
• Apply technical knowledge to resolve problems on assigned work.
• Seek opportunities to improve processes and increase knowledge.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees and customers.
• Assist in preparing technical reports and papers.
• Develop decision making skills based on job knowledge.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Dependability

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office

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

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology plus 4-6 years of related utility industry work experience
• Possess knowledge of equipment and material used in distribution utility construction
• Possess basic knowledge of systems and business processes.
• Possess moderate computer literacy skills.
• Perform work activities assigned with minimal 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