Electrical Distribution Designer

Electrical Distribution Designer Oak Hill, TX, US, 78736 PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION: PEC Oak Hill District Office - 9115 Circle Drive, Oak Hill, TX 78736 $30.66/hr Minimum Starting Base Pay + KPI Bonuses + Competitive BenefitsQualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.Position open until filled. Position Summary DISTRIBUTION DESIGNER : This position is responsible for the design of residential, commercial, industrial, overhead and underground electric distribution facilities. POLE CONTACT DESIGNER: This position requires advanced understanding and demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals, utility policy and procedures to process requests for Joint Use of the Cooperative’s facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring safety and reliability for Joint Use entities. Essential Duties & Responsibilities DISTRIBUTION DESIGNER :

Meet with members, developers and contractors, consultants, and government entities to discuss the process and procedures for supplying electric power. Meet as required to completion of distribution projects.

Research, acquire record, prepare, and verify required overhead or URD easements.

Notarize easements as necessary per customer request.

Research to ensure customer deed information is correct and up dated.

Check ROW easements. Obtain ROW permits if called for.

Obtain road crossing permits.

Assess load requirements to size correct transformer. Notify warehouse of material/ transformer requirements.

Notify Meter shop of CT or Trans Socket requirements.

Read and interpret blue prints and specifications.

Create designs and materials lists for overhead and underground distribution facilities

Review as builds. Correct as needed.

Edit GIS to ensure accuracy and connectivity.

Draw new distribution facilities within the Global Information System

Call locates to insure equipment can be installed at location.

Request vegetation clearing or trimming from Vegetation Maintenance Department.

Investigate customer complaints. Determine problem and recommend solution(s).

Send joint use letters

Inspect Overhead and URD line extensions.

Prepare cost estimates for new line extensions and relocations.

Oversee project(s). Ensure projects are completed to specifications on time, and within budget.

Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches and plats

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Utilize surveying instruments such as prisms, theodolites and measuring equipment, chain saws and assorted tools

Coordinate with right of way, construction crews, department planners and pole contacts departments

Interpret, adhere to and enforce the company safety policy, the Line Extension Policy and the National Electric Safety Code

Prepare small scale distribution design with minimal supervision

Provide proper and routine maintenance and care for assigned vehicles and tools

Stay abreast of advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

POLE CONTACT DESIGNER:

Process Pole Attachment Permits including field verification inspections for new attachments

Ensure telecommunication attachers are in compliance with National Electric Safety Code, state law, and Cooperative standards

Coordinate and monitor projects, working directly with other Cooperative departments/districts, attaching entities, and construction contractors

Perform pre and post inspections for joint use

Work with Engineering personnel on load calculations

Provide information to support staff for the preparation of “make ready” costs

Draw or provide input to support staff to draw construction jobs

Inspecting facilities for safety issues including compliance with NESC, condition of Cooperative facilities, contractor and telecommunication attacher working environment

Stay abreast of advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities None Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the National Electric Safety Code requirements relevant to distribution design issues

Knowledge of mathematics.

Knowledge of the cooperatives distribution design and construction practices

Knowledge of utility service guidelines and policies

Knowledge of power system components, functions, ratings and limitations

Knowledge of roadway, security and other lighting design practices

Knowledge of Utility Center

Knowledge of specification book and the cooperative’s line extension policy

Knowledge of PEC Safety Manual

Skilled in time management

Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems

. Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

Associate’s Degree in a field related to electric utility distribution and power design OR

HS Diploma or equivalent AND

Three years of directly related work experience

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

The employee will be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather

The employee may be required to be trained in the proper use of chain saws and hand tools

The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions

Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Join PEC At PEC, we know happy employees produce great work. As a PEC employee, you’ll find we’re always willing to invest in you — because we know that we do better when you do better.