Technician

TPS ENGINEERING SERVICES; Cedar Park (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Think Power Solutions is seeking a skilled Technician to support electric utility infrastructure projects across Texas. The role combines fieldwork and office tasks to deliver accurate staking, surveying, and layouts for power line projects.

You will work with GPS, AutoCAD, and GIS tools, coordinate with landowners and engineers, and help ensure safety and compliance while maintaining detailed field records and equipment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with RUS construction standards, NESC, and utility permitting.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and GPS-based field tools.
• Understanding of electric distribution line design and easements.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys and staking for power line construction.
• Work with AutoCAD, GIS, and GPS-based field tools.
• Draft and design utility infrastructure layouts with landowners and team members.
• Prepare staking sheets, construction drawings, and material lists.
• Coordinate with landowners, engineers, project managers and permitting agencies.
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety codes, and company protocols; maintain records.

Skills

AutoCAD

GIS

GPS-based field tools

Electric distribution design

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

GPS-based field tools

Job description

Description

Technician

Think Power Solutions Engineering is looking for a highly skilled and knowledgeable 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 an opportunity to work as a team member in the field and office with an opportunity to perform meaningful work that positively impacts the community. infrastructure, and We offer a strong total compensation package in and a supportive, non-corporate working environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform field surveys and staking for power line construction
• Work with GPS, AutoCAD, and GIS software
• Work with landowners and team members to draft and design utility infrastructure layouts
• 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
• Maintain and care for field tools and equipment
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance on field equipment and vehicles, ensuring compliance with operational and safety standards
• Travel to job sites across the region using company-provided vehicle and equipment
• Support a variety of tasks based on project needs

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
• Understanding of electric distribution line design and easements
• Attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently
• Good communication skills and conflict management
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Requirements

• 2-4 + years of utility staking or electric utility field experience
• Valid Texas driver’s license + clean driving record
• Willing to work outdoors and travel regularly Strong work ethic and professionalism

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.

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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