Engineering Technician 4

SupportFinity™; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability and Long-Term DI

Company Paid Life Insurance w/ VolLife

401K with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Program

State and Federally accredited Lineman

Paid Vacation

Servant Leadership Training

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to patrol distribution lines, assess damages, and support field operations in diverse terrain.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical problem solving, and safety, with opportunities to contribute to reports and field improvements. The candidate should hold an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology and bring 10+ years in the utility sector, along with a valid driver's license and solid

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology plus 10+ years of related utility industry work experience.
• Possess extensive knowledge of equipment, materials, systems, and business processes.
• Possess moderate computer literacy skills.
• Perform work activities while offering coaching to lesser 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 use brush axe or machete to clear brush during survey work.
• Demonstrate ability to work with others and share information as needed.
• Apply technical knowledge to resolve problems encountered in assigned work.
• Use initiative to improve processes and increase job knowledge/skills.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in preparing technical reports and papers.
• Develop decision making skills based on job knowledge.

Skills

Electrical/Engineering tech

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, 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 10+ years of related utility industry work experience
• Possess extensive knowledge of equipment, materials, systems, and business processes
• Possess moderate computer literacy skills.
• Perform work activities while offering coaching to 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