Senior Technician

Think Power Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Think Power Solutions is seeking a Senior Technician to support electric utility infrastructure projects across Texas, combining field staking, layout, surveying, and right-of-way management with office design tasks to deliver accurate, code-compliant results.

The ideal candidate has 5–8+ years of utility staking or field experience, strong AutoCAD and GIS skills, and a valid Texas driver license. Travel is required; company vehicles are provided with safety standards observed.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of utility staking or electric utility field experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license with clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform and review detailed staking and layout for overhead/underground electric distribution power lines
• Independently utilize GPS equipment to capture precise field data
• Apply AutoCAD and GIS software tools to develop detailed utility infrastructure designs
• Prepare and review staking sheets, construction drawings, and material lists
• Coordinate with landowners, engineers, project managers and permitting agencies (e.g., TxDOT)
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety codes (e.g., RUS, NESC), and company protocols
• Maintain accurate records and field documentation
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance on field equipment and vehicles, ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards
• Travel to project sites throughout the region in company provided vehicle

Skills

AutoCAD

GIS

GPS field data collection

Electric distribution line design

Communication skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS devices

Surveying tools

Geographic Information Systems software

Job description

Think Power Solutions Engineering is looking for a highly skilled and knowledgeable Senior Technician to support electric utility infrastructure projects across Texas. If you have a solid background in electric distribution utility staking and layout, surveying, design, easements and right of way management, we want to hear from you.

This role offers autonomy in the field and office with an opportunity to perform meaningful work that positively impacts the community

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and review detailed staking and layout for overhead/underground electric distribution power lines
• Independently utilize GPS equipment to capture precise field data
• Apply AutoCAD and GIS software tools to develop detailed utility infrastructure designs
• Prepare and review staking sheets, construction drawings, and material lists
• Coordinate with landowners, engineers, project managers and permitting agencies (e.g., TxDOT)
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety codes (e.g., RUS, NESC), and company protocols
• Maintain accurate records and field documentation
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance on field equipment and vehicles, ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards
• Travel to project sites throughout the region in company provided vehicle

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
• The employee may be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions
• The employee will be required to wear safety-toe boots or hiking boots

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with RUS construction standards, NESC, and utility permitting
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and/or GPS-based field tools
• Strong understanding of electric distribution line design and easements
• High attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently
• Good communication skills and conflict management
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Requirements:

• 5-8 + years of utility staking or electric utility field experience
• Valid Texas driver's license with clean driving record

About Think Power Solutions

Think Power Solutions is a certified Great Place to Work company! This credential was earned based on extensive ratings provided by our employees in anonymous surveys conducted by the Great Place to Work organization - the global authority on workplace culture since 1992.

Think Power Solutions is a leading tech-enabled infrastructure management solutions provider with highly skilled and dedicated consultants who clients entrust to manage their mission-critical infrastructure. Think Power Solutions was founded with the vision of providing exceptional client service influenced by modern technology to positively impact the utilities, telecom, and construction industries. Think Power Solutions exists to serve its clients, making every effort to understand their needs to produce a high-quality deliverable specifically tailored to meet custom requirements. Our client-centric philosophy, creative thinking, and innovative solutions, combined with stellar project execution attracts top industry talent. Think Power Solutions' culture enables its people to deliver industry leading services and products.

EEO Statement

Think Power Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Think Power Solutions will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination towards, or harassment of applicants or employees, by anyone at Think Power Solutions, or anyone working