Distribution Field Tech 1 - CC

Position Overview

The position is the first level of field technician positions within Pike Engineering. It may serve as a training slot for a Designer and/or CAD position within the organization.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Collects facilities field data as specified for use by others in updating facilities records or preparing design documents.
• Works with senior technical or engineering employees in the field, acting as a design or staking assistant.
• Adheres to and advocates for Pike Engineering's Core Values.
• Familiarizes and follows all practices outlined in the Pike Engineering Safety Manual.
• Accurately and neatly gathers field data using various tools and devices.
• Identifies items to be documented in the field with minimal supervisory assistance.
• Learns and applies technology tools such as hand-held data collection units, laser range finders, digital cameras, and GPS receivers.
• Accurately records measurements and dimensions of requested items.
• Ensures the resulting product is clear and easily understood by office-based project personnel.
• Maintains production targets and understands the importance of project deliverables and milestones.
• May assist in power restoration efforts during natural disaster events (e.g., driver, wire sitter, runner).
• Records data and measurements using correct standards and symbology.
• Manages multiple tasks and assists in the training of new peers.
• Works independently and collaborates effectively with team members.
• Communicates effectively with clients and promotes a safe working environment.
• Works in an outside environment and may require overnight travel.

Skills/Abilities

• Self-motivated
• Follows all Pike Engineering and client safety practices
• Participates in safety initiatives
• Independent work capability
• Team-oriented
• Customer-oriented
• Valid driver’s license

About The Team

Pike Engineering employees play critical roles in ensuring that essential services like electric power, gas, telephone, and wireless communications are up and running when people and businesses need them. We offer engineering opportunities in transmission and distribution, substations, smart meter technologies, renewable energy, telecommunications, storm damage assessment, and more.

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies. Our growing portfolio includes turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country and continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment needed to perform any job. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.