Engineering Technician — Mapping & Documentation

East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc; Lake Madison (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Paid training

Wellness program

Generous PTO

9/80 schedule

Job summary

East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the reliable operation and development of our electric transmission system.

You will assist with technical drawings, records, mapping, staking information, construction documentation, and other engineering support activities. We offer paid training and development opportunities, a strong focus on safety, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering tech, drafting, GIS, surveying, construction, electric utility ops, or related field.
• Strong eye for detail and ability to read, understand, and maintain technical information accurately.
• Comfort using computer applications and willingness to learn engineering, mapping, or drafting software.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships and work across teams.
• Commitment to safety, staying accurate, supporting the team, and providing dependable service.
• Certifications or training in drafting, GIS, surveying, or related software are a plus.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Keep engineering drawings, maps, staking sheets, records, and project documents accurate, organized, and up to date.
• Help with technical design, layouts, and documentation for cooperative facilities and projects.
• Support the engineering team by gathering data, preparing field notes, maintaining construction records, and helping keep project information moving forward.
• Work with employees across departments, member systems, and other partners to gather details, verify information, and make sure technical records are complete and reliable.
• Use engineering, mapping, and documentation tools to support project workflows and make information easy for others to access and use.
• Contribute to construction, maintenance, and improvement projects by helping prepare charts, maps, sketches, specifications, material lists, and other technical documents.

Skills

Detail orientation

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Safety focus

Driver's license

Software learning

Drafting/GIS/Surveying certifications

Education

Associate degree in engineering tech, drafting, GIS, surveying, construction, or related field

Job description

East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the reliable operation and development of our electric transmission system.

You will assist with technical drawings, records, mapping, staking information, construction documentation, and other engineering support activities. We offer paid training and development opportunities, a strong focus on safety, and a collaborative team environment.