Field Planner: Power Grid Project Designer

Iberdrola Group; Brunswick, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO in Brunswick, ME, seeks a Field Planner to design construction work orders and manage line-related tasks in a service area. The role requires electrical/mechanical technology education or significant field experience and a valid driver’s license, with duties including easement work and coordination of permits.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to company standards, and effective communication with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a two-year degree in electrical or mechanical engineering technology or related field or seven years of line worker experience.
• Must be eighteen years of age with a high school education or equivalent.
• Must have valid driver’s license, without restrictions, and a safe, responsible driving record.
• Must be familiar with line construction, materials, standards and procedures and have knowledge of circuits, feeds and switches in the assigned area.
• Must have the ability and personality to properly represent the Company in the field.
• Must be familiar with the Company’s published instructions and directives pertaining to the work and have the ability to write or print legibly and make accurate estimates, records and reports.
• Has a thorough knowledge of the Company's operating standards, policies, and directives pertaining to the assignments and deals courteously with all customers.
• Has a thorough knowledge of the safety instructions affecting the work and performs the work accordingly.
• Works assigned overtime and responds to emergency assignments.

Responsibilities

• Designs construction work orders using the Work Management System (WMS).
• Stakes lines, prepares sketches, circuit maps, diagrams, estimates, etc., as required, and assists with or performs such other work as may be necessary for the planning, preparation for, and completion of, construction and maintenance work.
• Prepares and obtains private property easements and the necessary information for municipal petitions and permits.
• Assists with load checks, investigation of customer complaints and the plans for corrective action when indicated.
• Carries online inspection work and represents the Company on contract work.
• Maintains such records as may be necessary.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Safe driving record

Legible writing

Field representation

Ability to estimate and report

Knowledge of safety instructions

Overtime readiness

Customer service mindset

Education

Two-year degree in electrical/mechanical engineering technology or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO in Brunswick, ME, seeks a Field Planner to design construction work orders and manage line-related tasks in a service area. The role requires electrical/mechanical technology education or significant field experience and a valid driver’s license, with duties including easement work and coordination of permits.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to company standards, and effective communication with customers and internal teams.