The Electric Engineering Tech is primarily responsible for analyzing, designing, and assisting
customers with electric line extensions, upgrades, repairs, new service availability, electrical conflicts.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Meet with customer to determine requirements of the job
Request and analyze requirements and historical data related to the project
Explain policies, procedures, options and cost evaluations to customer
Address potential and existing conflicts and seek resolutions
Identify layouts, proposals and location of equipment based on site evaluation
Provide copies of work order documents and instructions for construction
Address any necessary changes to design while in process
DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
Calculate expected load amounts and demand
Estimate environmental impact on new and existing infrastructure
Compare estimates with historical data
Calculate deposit amounts for commercial use
Apply estimates to design via equipment ratings
Calculate fees to be applied for cost of internal projects
Submit proposed design and make corrections/changes an needed
Stake pole and equipment locations, survey site and access routes for construction
Submit locate requests and UPRR permits, as needed
Create work order documents to include design drawing with instructions, Bill of Materials, and other technical documents as needed
SPECIFIC ANALYSIS DOCUMENTS
Meet with supervisor and Executive Director about analysis
Research evaluation methods and data & apply to analysis
Prepare analysis documents and report findings, update as needed
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Coordinate work details between customer and Electric Operations Division.
Responsible for follow-up during and after construction to verify integrity of designed project
Settle conflicts and track changes during course of project
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Verify material and design specifications are communicated on as-built sent to GIS Division
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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Maintain regular attendance; leave schedule should be managed so as to not interfere with ability to accomplish tasks, including special projects and assignments with deadlines
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Adhere to NBU safety guidelines and practices at all times and in all situations
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Maintain a clean and safe work area, office, field site and vehicle as applicable
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Develop & maintain effective customer service skills for communications with co-workers, customers and the public in general
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Maintain strict confidentiality of business, employee and customer information in written and oral communications and safeguard sensitive documents
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Adhere to NBU policies and procedures
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Exemplifies NBU Core Values of Integrity, Stewardship, Team and Safety
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Participate in and support initiatives to reach annual NBU Performance Measures
EDUCATION
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High School Diploma
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Valid Texas Driver's License
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Must complete TEC Design Technician certification, Level III, within four years.
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Maintain composure and commitment to work during periods of stress and heavy workload, and willing to work extra hours whenever needed.
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Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of electrical design activities.
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Demonstrated planning and organizing skills.
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Demonstrated effective oral and written communications skills.
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Demonstrated effective decision making and problem-solving skills.
