Line Design Associate through Senior

Overview

The purpose of this position is to design residential, commercial, industrial, and underground electric distribution facilities in support of FELPS strategic initiatives.

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 records, prepare and verify required overhead or URD easements · Notarize easements as necessary per customer request · Research to ensure customer deed information is correct and updated · 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 blueprints and specifications · Create designs and materials lists for overhead and underground distribution facilities · Review as build. Correct as needed · Draw new distribution facilities within the Staking Software · Call locates to ensure equipment can be installed at location · Request for 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

· Utilize surveying instruments such as prisms, theodolites and measuring equipment, chainsaws 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 tolls

· Stay abreast of advances in technology

· Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

· Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

· Provide proper and routine maintenance and care for assigned vehicles and assorted hand tools · Perform cost estimates, plan material needs and follow up on progress on projects from inception to completion · Interface regularly with contractors, engineers, developers, customers and consultants · Provide mentoring, training and guidance to peers · Coordinate closely with key stakeholders including members, developers, consultants, contractors, and government entities to discuss the process and procedures for supplying electric power · Research, acquire, record and verify easement information · Implement and manage solutions from conceptualization through planning and construction, to project completion and financial reconciliation · Develop overall master plan for major residential and commercial project exceeding 7,000 lots total build out · Coordinate With Pole Contracts department for installation or removal of attachments · Evaluate environmental constraints and identify project requirements, i.e. permits, easements, aesthetics, fees, etc. · Perform complex power system calculations: voltage drop, equipment sizing, etc. · Interpret survey data, plan, deed information and engineered construction drawings · Develop master system plans for future growth in large developments · Prepare easements and exhibits, including property descriptions, record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches and plats · Act as first contact between line construction crews and landowners regarding existing line and easements · Generate sub-division design and system implementation · Prepare large scale distribution design with minimal supervision · Assess load requirements for each individual project and transformer based on members need,

· Research new material specifications and resolve basic material issues

· Confer with engineers, consultants and others about CIP projects due to growth and overload along

with road widening projects

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

assorted hand tools

· Obtain right of way permits from various counties and state entities

· Read and interpret blueprints, specifications and warning labels, etc.

· Serve as the primary contact for the customer during the construction process

· Conduct construction pre and post inspections

· Mediate and diffuse issues involving irate members

· Coordinate with Vegetation Management department of ROW and easement clearing

· Knowledge of security, roadway, and other lighting design practices

· Make presentations to councils and neighborhood groups regarding overall plan and costs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,641.60 - $75,441.60 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person