Desktop Electric Distribution Utility Inspector

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

KLE is a rapidly growing utility professional project services company, headquartered in Wixom, Michigan, that provides high-quality consulting services in the electric & gas utility industry using creative thinking and proven experience. Our safety-first approach and process-oriented delivery offer outstanding benefits to our clients and communities through plans of action, repeatable operations, and accurate results. Supporting clients across the United States, KLE drives operational improvement through Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management and Infrastructure Inspection.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute image data analysis and evaluation of Electric Transmission, Electric Distribution and Substation facilities for deficiencies through desktop-based inspections. The Inspector may be responsible to provide direction, training, supervision, and guidance of other design staff of equal or lower experience as directed by supervision.

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES

With minimal supervision, perform a variety of design-related duties including, but not limited to, the following:

- Examine and record any abnormal conditions that are visible from the imagery (using image viewing software and high-resolution monitor).

- Record third-party caused conditions that could potentially pose fire, compliance, and safety issues.

- Review abnormal conditions for high-priority tags and image quality.

- Review imagery of field scenarios and recognize if there is a regulatory or compelling condition that needs to be addressed within compliance program timeframe.

- Provide training and technical support for peers.

- Review quality findings to improve individual output and processes.

- Share lessons-learned and quality findings in group setting to foster team success.

- Achieve weekly production goals as defined by the project guidelines.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

- May requires 1 week of travel to California for annual training.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

4 Years or more experience in Electric Utility Distribution or Transmission in some combination of the following :

- Electrical lineman or similar

- Electrical Designer

- Electrical asset inspector

- Must have a valid driver’s license + clean driving record.

- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

- Must be able to complete a satisfactory background check.

​DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Degree in technical or design field related to Electrical Engineering

- Knowledge of the practices and procedures pertaining to overhead and underground Electrical Utility Inspection

- Familiarity in utility Electric Distribution and Transmission construction standards

- Proficient use and knowledge of computers and software applications.

This position is primarily work-from home with some initial in-person on-the-job training.

KLE is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote