Field Technician - Joint Use

Summary

Title:Field Technician - Joint Use

ID:1812

Work Location:Baton Rouge, LA

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Description

Volt Power, LLC, is a member of the Artera services family of Companies, and a leading provider of construction and maintenance services for electric transmission and distribution lines throughout the Southwest, Central South, Midwest, and Eastern United States. With a continued focus on our Mission Statement, Volt Power, LLC continues our journey of being the preferred Utility Service Company for our customers. We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD eligible to start on DAY ONE. Eligibility for company matching 401k benefit after 3 months of employment. * This opportunity is for Baton Rouge, LA or within a 60 mile radius. * The Field Technician – Joint Use is responsible for collecting detailed technical information about electric utility and telecommunications facilities and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work in an outdoor environment to collect data specific to client projects.

• Submit organized, detailed data for each project that may include maps, field notes, and digital images.

• Operate and maintain equipment that may include laptop, IKE device, tools and personal protective equipment.

• Work professionally, safely, and independent of supervision.

• Communicate effectively and on a daily basis with the General Foreman.

  Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with a technical background preferred.

• A working proficiency with MS Excel/Word/Outlook

• Ability to travel up to 100% of the time and to work outside in variable terrain and weather conditions.

• Ability to follow process specifications and guidelines in an extremely quality focused environment.

• Experience using IKE equipment a plus.

• Knowledge of NESC requirements a plus.

• Basic knowledge of electric distribution and telecommunications systems a plus.

• Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and-or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

• Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices.

  The incumbent may be subject to the following conditions: extreme heat and/or cold, noise, atmospheric elements, and hazards.