Engineering Technician 1

About the role

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot). Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Responsibilities

• Walk right of ways across various terrain in potentially adverse conditions to patrol distribution line damage
• Carry and handle telescopic measuring stick and switching stick that weigh approximately 11 lbs.
• May be required to use a brush axe or machete to clear brush for walking and staking during survey work
• Demonstrate ability to work with others in supplying information and seeking assistance as necessary
• Applies technical knowledge and experience in resolving problems encountered in assigned work
• Uses initiative in looking for opportunities to improve the process and increase job knowledge/technical skills
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing with other employees and customers
• Assists in the preparation of technical reports and papers
• Develops decision making skills based on job knowledge

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 2 years of related utility industry work experience
• Or an Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Gain knowledge of standards, codes, and regulations relevant to distribution utility line construction
• Gain knowledge with pertinent equipment, material, systems, and business processes
• Possess basic computer literacy skills
• Perform work activities as assigned with coaching from more experienced employees
• Valid Driver's License and Safe Driving Record required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K w/ company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program
• Paid Vacation
• Servant Leadership Training
• Uniforms and PPE provided