Job Description:Orbital Engineering's Utility Services team partners with Utility and Communication Companies in Engineering and Construction operations for Joint Use Pole Attachment Programs (JU), Distribution Engineering Design Projects, and Distribution System Improvement Charge (DSIC) programs, such as the Pennsylvania Long-Term Infrastructure Improvement Program (LTIIP). This position will directly support projects within the departments pole attachment application process and power delivery improvement process. The Utility Services team is also responsible for analyzing requests for attachment to clients poles and network reliability improvements on clients electric distribution systems. Our staff support GIS data analytics, creation of notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports utilizing enterprise resource planning software.Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking a Field Technician within our Utility Services team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Visually identify, inspect, and record equipment and different construction situations in the field, including rights-of-way
- Apply National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, Federal, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines throughout daily data collection workflow
- Utilize technology tools for data collection efforts as well as a telescopic fiberglass measurement stick to accurately measure clearances on utility poles
- Communicate with others, including co-workers and clients, to agree on the best solution for engineering design
- Coordinates or supports flagging effort for field data collection, as required
- Can transcribe notes, use measuring devices to identify, inspect, and record the data which is found in an organized manner
- Can endure frequent driving, standing, walking (numerous miles a day), navigating (on foot or in a vehicle), and balancing objects which may weigh up to 20 pounds in congested and/or complex terrain
- Must be able to work in all outdoor weather conditions and in residential, commercial, and industrial areas
- Must be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods of time, based on project assignment
- Work is primarily in the field with minimum time in an office environment
- Will be required to attend meetings at clients sites and regularly interact with the general public, including landowners
- May occasionally enter energized extra-high voltage substations up to 745kV and will need to coordinate with appropriate utility personnel throughout fielding activities within this location
- Ability to work from home and an office setting, as required
Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.
Skills/Experience:Remote position but must be located in or near the Columbus, OH region.