Entry-Level Power Distribution Field Technician

Trc Companies, Inc.; Grand Rapids Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with traditional and Roth IRA

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Sick leave and family leave

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Distribution Field Technician to support our Power Distribution Engineering team on overhead and underground distribution projects.

You will help prepare construction orders, assist with layouts, and coordinate with clients and landowners to advance project work. Ideal candidates may have limited or no prior experience, must be able to work outdoors, and be willing to travel within the utility client territory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No professional experience required but preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel to project sites.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office desired.
• Ability to work alone and with a team.
• No certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare construction orders for overhead/underground distribution facilities.
• Prepare design sketches, cost estimates, BOMs, and reports for projects.
• Assist in load studies and investigate outages to determine corrective actions.
• Contact landowners to negotiate easements and gather tax map information.
• Prepare and submit reports and gather field data; digitize drawings/maps.
• Track design activities using client and company systems.
• Follow safety policies and Code of Safe Practices.

Skills

Outdoor work

Travel readiness

MS Office

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

TRC Companies, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Distribution Field Technician to support our Power Distribution Engineering team on overhead and underground distribution projects.

You will help prepare construction orders, assist with layouts, and coordinate with clients and landowners to advance project work. Ideal candidates may have limited or no prior experience, must be able to work outdoors, and be willing to travel within the utility client territory.