Technical Specialist 1

Pike Corporation; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering in Fort Mill, SC seeks a first-level Technical Specialist to apply fundamental concepts in a technical field (biology, GIS, environmental science, communications, etc.) with close supervision, developing skills and the ability to work with greater independence.

You will identify and analyze problems, plan and monitor work activities, prepare accurate technical documents, and help improve job knowledge while maintaining records and representing the company professionally.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or 2 years of relevant technical experience.
• Fundamental concepts in area of expertise.
• Proven Computer skills appropriate for area of expertise.
• Time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize work activities to meet goals and deadlines.
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various backgrounds.
• Sound research and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems.
• Plan, organize, schedule, and monitor work activities.
• Prepare accurate technical documents such as summary reports, correspondence, specifications, and procedures.
• Continuous improvement of job-related knowledge, skills and performance.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Support the company's goals and represent the company positively and professionally.

Skills

Technical guidance

Communication

Time management

Record keeping

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Position Overview: This is the first level of the Technical Specialist classification. Provide technical expertise in applying fundamental concepts, practices and procedures related to a technical field of specialization (i.e., biology, GIS, environmental science, communications, etc) with close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills in their area of expertise, and the ability to work with greater independence.

Duties & Responsibilities

Under close supervision, in the area of expertise will provide

• technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems
• effective planning, organizing, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• complete and accurate technical documents such as summary reports, correspondence, specifications, and procedures
• continuous improvement of job-related, technical, and professional knowledge, skills and performance
• effective oral and written communication skills
• maintain accurate records and files
• support of the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in area of expertise or 2 years of relevant technical experience
• Understanding of fundamental concepts in area of expertise
• Proven Computer skills appropriate for area of expertise
• Time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize work activities to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Sound research and communication skills.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Self-Motivated
• Work independently
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in area of expertise
• Experience in the utility industry.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company