Substation Field Technician I — Field Data & Schematic Expert

Gdbgeospatial; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards/Achievements

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Substation Field Technician to collect field data in electrical substations and along transmission corridors, using proprietary geospatial software. You will work in a field environment, perform measurements on conductors and equipment, and read substation diagrams.

Travel up to 90% of the time across the continental US, mainly in the mid-west, south and southeast, with opportunities to develop GIS/data management skills and advance within SAM.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel for field assignments up to 90% of the time.
• Ability to work with a team of technicians and developers to improve processes.
• Ability to read and interpret substation schematic diagrams.
• Capable of fieldwork and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting in field conditions.
• Familiarity with HD cameras and digital photo setups.
• Possession or willingness to obtain FAA Part-107 pilot license.
• Experience with GIS or Geodatabase files is a plus.
• Knowledge of NERC FAC-008 and FAC-009 is a plus.
• Proficiency with Excel and other database formats.
• Advanced, professional writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection in substations and along transmission corridors.
• Interpret field data to identify conductor types and sizing.
• Prepare materials and diagrams for field crews and work plans.
• Interact with field crews and clients to ensure accurate data collection.
• Adhere to safety procedures and maintain professional conduct in the field.
• Assist other operational units as needed.
• Coordinate data downloads and equipment interconnections between field and office.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Team collaboration

Read substation diagrams

Fieldwork capability

Troubleshooting

HD cameras familiarity

FAA Part-107 license

GIS / Geodatabase experience

NERC FAC-008/009 knowledge

Excel & databases

Advanced writing skills

Tools

Geographic Information System (GIS) software

Geodatabase files

Proprietary geospatial software

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Substation Field Technician to collect field data in electrical substations and along transmission corridors, using proprietary geospatial software. You will work in a field environment, perform measurements on conductors and equipment, and read substation diagrams.

Travel up to 90% of the time across the continental US, mainly in the mid-west, south and southeast, with opportunities to develop GIS/data management skills and advance within SAM.