Engineering Technician 3

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Lineman Apprenticeship program

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a field-oriented professional to patrol distribution lines and assist in technical reporting.

The role requires working in diverse terrain, handling survey tools, and clearing brush as needed. Applicants should have an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology and 6–9 years of utility industry experience, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology; 6-9 years of related utility industry work experience.
• Possess moderate computer literacy skills.
• Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record required.

Responsibilities

• Walk right of ways over varied terrain to patrol distribution line damage.
• Carry and handle telescopic measuring stick and switching stick (approx. 11 lbs).
• May need to use a brush axe or machete to clear brush for walking and staking.
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in sharing information and seeking assistance.
• Apply technical knowledge and experience to resolve problems on the job.
• Use initiative to improve processes and increase job knowledge/skills.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in preparing technical reports and papers.
• Develop decision-making skills based on job knowledge.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology

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 6-9 years of related utility industry work experience
• Possess detailed knowledge of equipment, materials, systems, and business processes
• Possess moderate computer literacy skills.
• Perform work activities as assigned with little to no coaching from more experienced employees and mentoring lesser 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