Technician SCD

Delmarva Power•Newark, DE

About The Position

Under direction, is responsible in a line capacity to the Supervisor and in a functional capacity, when assigned, to other engineering personnel. Has direct contact and/or contractual negotiations with customers. Has no supervisory function, however, may direct the work of personnel of equal or lower classification. Assists in training of other personnel as required. Work assignments may be in the office, in the field, or any combination of both. Conduct quality inspections of contract work at the request of supervision.

Requirements

Associate degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, CAD or related field or two years college engineering course work or the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
In lieu of the requirements listed in #1 above, employees will be considered qualified if they have: a. Ten (10) years of field work experience in some phase of electric distribution, construction, or maintenance work; OR b. Eight (8) years of Line experience will be considered qualified for the position.
Experience reading and interpreting construction plans and/or engineering drawings.
Experience following technical instructions or procedures (for example, operating procedures, standards, code requirements, specifications).
Experience performing mathematical computations involving algebra, trigonometry and geometry.
Experience demonstrating skill using PC-based word processing, spreadsheet and e-mail software to perform work functions (form example, communicate with others, create and modify letters, perform calculations.
Ability and willingness to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as required.
Ability and willingness to wear and use safety equipment as required by Federal, State Local and company regulations.
Ability and willingness to adhere to safety regulations and policies.
Ability and willingness to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time.
Ability and willingness to work in a variety of work environments, in all weather conditions, around energized equipment, in heavy traffic and in noisy and dirty environments with proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Ability and willingness to travel to various Company locations and work sites.
Must successfully pass qualification tests.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Employee must be ablet o pass test prior to Company awarding job. Employee must be able to pass a qualifying test at the end of six months and must be able to pass progression tests at the end of one and one-half years, two and one-half years and three and one-half years. Failure to pass a progression test will require remaining at the existing step level with employee eligible for retesting within six months. Failure to pass the test a second time will result in the employee being reassigned as follows: - An employee promoted or transferred into this classification shall be reassigned as if he had failed to meet the job requirements as addressed under Article 4, Section 9. - An employee hired into this classification (not promoted or transferred) shall be placed in an existing bargaining unit position vacancy at any location for which the Company deems he is qualified, unless during a thirty (30) day period the employee is awarded another position through the bidding process, the Company will offer the employee an entry level bargaining unit position, and if the employee refuses the offer, the employee will be terminated.
Reads, writes, and communicates effectively in the English language.

Responsibilities

Interpreting and understanding internal/external engineering construction plans including specifications, materials, plot plans, line and grade plans, cross section details, job construction details and to create a composite construction plan from sketched information and data using field instruments and measuring devices.
Understanding NESC, Company Safety Rules, or any other Safety Regulations (Local, State, or National) that are applicable.
Having a comprehensive working knowledge of company mapping and records, budgeting and accounting systems.
Performing engineering activities required to meet customer in-service date by initiating and designing cost-effective, high-quality solutions for internal/external customer requests for engineering services. a. Conducts meetings with customers to ensure understanding of work to be performed by both customer and company.
Design and develop construction plans for all job types using all applicable company corporate computer systems. a. Responsible for the input of graphical designs in the applicable company Graphical Work Design System. b. Responsible for input of design information in the applicable company work management system.
Preparing cost estimates, construction plans, job or work orders, specifications, lists of materials and schedules for assigned jobs.
Preparing other forms or drawings to acquire rights of way, permissions or coordination with other utilities agencies or customers that may be needed to successfully complete a job.
Having a comprehensive working knowledge of company agreements with other utilities and municipalities.
Performs emergency second roles as required.
Assisting in the job closing and posting process as necessary.
Performing other related duties of equal or less skill and routine office or clerical functions as necessary.
Analyzing cost estimates and reports on assigned jobs, explain deviations and recommend remedial procedures in written report form.
Have a comprehensive working knowledge of company engineering policy and procedures, mapping standards, standards manuals, budgeting and accounting systems, tariffs, etc.
Performs all related activities related to the mapping of the company's GIS/GWD system.
In addition to the above and other related work of similar grade, a Technician will be assigned to any other work of equal or lesser skill within the capabilities of the individual, to meet emergencies or other operating needs.

Benefits

Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $47.61/Hr.
Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
Referral bonus program
And much more