Field Technician

ICO, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm is seeking a candidate to perform visual inspections and collect data on electrical distribution systems across Georgia. The ideal applicant will have a background in Electric Utility and be familiar with the National Electrical Safety Code. Responsibilities include field data collection, equipment inspection, and achieving billable goals. A valid driver's license is required, as is the ability to conduct fieldwork within the utility client's territory, which may involve overnight travel.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Electric Utility or telecommunications field preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver's license and a good driving record.
• Background check and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of overhead and underground electrical facilities.
• Collect field data using electronic devices.
• Develop knowledge of electric utility construction standards.
• Achieve weekly billable goals as per project guidelines.

Skills

Field data collection

Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)

Technical services in electrical distribution

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Education

High school diploma

Associates Degree in Engineering or similar discipline

Tools

IKE device

Database software

Job description

About UtilliCo

UtilliCo is a Professional Services firm providing exceptional Engineering, Project Management, and Construction Management Services.

About the role

• The successful candidate will perform visual inspection of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities and equipment in order to compile field data collection, minor work order preparation, and maintenance reports of distribution equipment.

What you'll do

• Perform various field technical services for the operation, inspection, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems including system inventories and audits, joint use managements and permitting, pad-mount inspections, ground-line pole inspections, metering and apparatus services, lighting audits, etc.
• Perform field data collection utilizing laptop computer, tablet device, GPS, and other electronic devices in order to collect data for input into database software as necessary.
• Develop a working knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), electric utility construction standards, and telephone, cable and other communication facilities.
• Perform Field Data collection using IKE device, and IKE software packages
• Operate necessary equipment to take measurements on utility poles and mid-span facilities, perform pole inspections, inspect and perform maintenance on pad-mount equipment, etc.
• • Achieve weekly billable goal as defined by the project guidelines
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Must have a high school diploma, Associates Degree in Engineering or similar discipline (Preferred)
• 2+ years Electric Utility or telecommunications field experience, and familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NSEC) preferred.
• Knowledge of computers and software applications desired (MS Office products) preferred
• Valid Driver's license is required - Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years old due to insurance requirements - possess a good driving record
• Travel is primarily regional to the utility client(s) territory during the business day, although overnight travel is to be expected.
• Background and drug test required