Planner

UEG UNS Gas, Inc.; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UniSource Energy Services is seeking a Planner to collaborate with customers, contractors, and internal teams to plan, design, and estimate new service connections and extensions. You’ll liaise with city and state agencies, compile reports, and work across GIS, Oracle, and related systems to support construction and maintenance of gas pipelines.

The role requires strong communication, GIS proficiency, and the ability to navigate regulatory requirements while coordinating with multiple

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; good written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with GIS preferred; knowledge of engineering and accounting concepts is a plus.
• Must have valid AZ Driver's license and be able to work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Review new service applications and contact customers/contractors.
• Stake meter locations and process billing-related tasks.
• Estimate costs for distribution system modifications and new installations.
• Attend pre-construction and coordination meetings.
• Set up and process tasks in ArcFM Designer Workflow and GIS systems.
• Obtain permits and ROW information from authorities.

Skills

GIS

Excel

Oracle

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

ArcFM Designer

Oracle

MS Word

Job description

We are looking for talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact in the company and the community. Position Title: Planner Business Reporting Unit: UNSG Gas Construction- Kingman Does this position involve transmission and/or marketing functions? - TRM, MKT, or N/A N/A CIP status - Cyber, Physical, Both or Neither (Select one) Neither Job Summary Meets with customers and contractors to plan, design and estimate proposed construction of new services, mainline extensions, and other capital and maintenance projects. Acts as a liaison between company and outside agencies such as City, County, and State governments. Compiles information for the completion of various documents and reports associated with construction & maintenance of gas pipelines. Work in GIS, Workflow Manager, and Oracle. Must become familiar with all applicable laws, codes, and regulations that pertain to construction, maintenance, and service in the gas utility industry. Manage warehouse functions (where applicable). Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Review, set-up and make contact with customers/contractors when receiving new application for services, new construction plans, etc.
• Stake meter locations, take measurements and process invoice if needed for billing, schedule proposed installation of service line.
• Estimate the cost of distribution system modifications such as main line extensions, relocations, and any new installations needed for various types of projects.
• Attend pre-construction meetings, job-site coordination meetings, and subdivision walk-through’s prior to construction.
• Create and complete all steps for setting up a new task in ArcFM Designer Workflow. Complete and processes all paperwork associated with services or mains needed for all various departments for review and inputting into GIS.
• Obtain permits and right-of-way information from City, County, and State agencies.
• Acts as a liaison and resolve problems and complaints from contractors, customers, employees, and local government agencies, for the company.
• Perform related tasks associated with warehouse related duties, such as issuing, returns and receiving, and operating a forklift.
• Created requisitions for payments to vendors and complete any documentation as needed such as (MSA, SOW, CSA, etc.)
• Processes refunds for non-utility payments as needed through e-vouchers.
• Assign accounting to invoices for payment and complete the invoice for payment in the computer base system.
• Process and complete General Plant Work Orders.
• Work in the GIS System and operate Line locating equipment.
• Verify and process completion of as-built, stub cards and any other documentation that is required per our construction standards.
• All work to be done according to company safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Additional Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent. Good written and verbal communication skills. Good computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with GIS preferred. Knowledge in areas of engineering and accounting concepts a plus. Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions. This job requires some after hours and weekend call out duties. Must possess a valid AZ Drivers license. The incumbent may be required to perform an operational, maintenance and/or emergency function. Such function may be in a safety sensitive role during the course of the calendar year and might include receiving and acting upon product release calls. Qualified applicants will be given a written test and must get 75% or better to proceed in the interview process. All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

Salary Zone: FJ $33.71 Last HR Review Date: 4/24/19

Interested applicants must apply by 11-15-26.

UniSource Energy Services provides safe, reliable energy to almost 272,000 customers across Arizona. Our natural gas service reaches about 169,000 customers in northern and southern Arizona, while our electric service reaches more than 103,000 customers in Mohave and Santa Cruz counties. UniSource and its sister company, Tucson Electric Power, are among a family of utilities owned by Fortis, Canada’s largest investor-owned gas and electric utility holding company.