Field Engineering Technician - Utilities & Line Surveying

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc.; Johnson Place (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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

State and Federally accredited Lineman

Paid Vacation

Servant Leadership Training

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a field-oriented professional to patrol distribution lines and assist in electrical utility construction projects.

The role involves traversing varied terrain and working under potentially adverse conditions while supporting engineering and surveying tasks. The ideal candidate will hold an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology with 4–6 years of utility industry experience, and possess a valid driver’s license with a

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology plus 4-6 years of utility industry experience.
• Knowledge of equipment and material used in distribution utility construction.
• Basic knowledge of systems and business processes.
• Moderate computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Patrol distribution lines on foot in varied terrain and adverse conditions.
• Carry and use a telescopic measuring stick and switching stick (~11 lbs).
• May clear brush using a brush axe or machete during survey work.
• Collaborate with team to share information and seek assistance as needed.
• Apply technical knowledge to resolve problems encountered in assigned work.
• Show initiative to improve processes and increase job knowledge.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Measuring tools

Safety equipment

Job description

Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking a field-oriented professional to patrol distribution lines and assist in electrical utility construction projects.

The role involves traversing varied terrain and working under potentially adverse conditions while supporting engineering and surveying tasks. The ideal candidate will hold an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology with 4–6 years of utility industry experience, and possess a valid driver’s license with a