Electric Distribution Inspector

Classification: Engineering Associate

Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F

About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role: Inspects electric distribution construction to ensure conformance with specifications, standards, field inspection manual, and plans. Inspector will keep accurate records of construction activity logs and verifying as-builts to ensure accurate mapping of utilities as installed for various job types including DOT projects, internal maintenance/capital projects, and development projects. Inspector will need to be organized and able to develop workflow tracking methods while also utilizing basic Microsoft suite programs along with in house project tracking systems. Will serve as field liaison between construction crew and project manager/designer. Inspections will include both overhead and underground electric installation. Additional underground inspections would include trenching, directional boring, and duct bank/manhole installations. Will have frequent interaction with customers, contractors, consultants, and other utility representatives. Must be knowledgeable of construction materials and methods for overhead/underground electric distribution and fiber optic systems. Works closely with Operations staff and/or external customers, primarily in support of operations and project activity. Receive training to perform storm response duties with other department members. Time will be split between field and office as dictated by projects and workload; must be able to work overtime as required.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

May require walking up to five miles per day over rough and/or hilly terrain when assisting with field surveying and layout work. Requires above normal mental and visual alertness quite frequently. Position may require ability to: drive vehicles; bend, stoop and lift various objects weighing 10-75 lbs two to three times per week; and work in all types of weather, with exposure to equipment and machine noise, dirt, and traffic.

Minimum Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Ability to read and understand construction drawings, standards, and specifications

- Ability to document daily tasks using Microsoft Word, Excel, or other software as requested

- Ability to work as part of a team to achieve department and KUB goals

- Valid driver’s license

Please note that KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.

Preferred Requirements:

- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design, or related field

- Three (3) or more years of experience in engineering or construction, preferably in the utility industry

- Ability to utilize AutoCAD, MicroStation, or other computer-aided drafting software

Selection Process

About the Selection Process:

Phase 1 – Apply online

Phase 2 – Experience, training, and education evaluation

Phase 3 – Interview with department representatives

Phase 4 – Written, performance, and behavioral exercises

Phase 5 – Background Investigation

Phase 6 – Physical assessment and/or drug screen*

- KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program

If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer