Utility Designer

Seeking tech savvy individuals interested in Drafting and GIS!

Asset Management​ is a division of Davey Resource Group (DRG), has been employee owned since 1979. We specialize in managing the assets of utility companies by providing solutions, focused around the electrical and telecommunication industries. We believe in smart growth that continues to provide career opportunities and we encourage you to join our dynamic group as a Utility Designer. Our experience has been working with a broad range of field data collecting systems and utility asset management software throughout the power distribution industry. Our capabilities allow us to integrate with any mapping or data system and develop project deliverables that will focus and utilize cutting-edge technology to deliver proven solutions in the shortest time possible. Asset Management is currently seeking self-starters motivated by the type of environment that requires you to learn and develop new skills.

Job Summary:

The Utility Designer will work effectively in a variety of computer systems and software applications. This position will effectively provide governmental, commercial, not for profit, and internal clients with the utility services and solutions needed to accurately understand designs, analyze and understand their geographic utility resources, and physical utility assets. Understand the contract and specifications of our client’s needs to develop the appropriate proactive solution(s). Conduct ongoing research and prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.

Responsibilities:

• Digitally perform audits of existing telecommunication and electrical distribution activities
• Select and interpret data, on a map based platform
• Analyze field photography and translate field measurements across softwares
• Accurately identify and record telecommunications and electrical equipment and structures
• Execute and plan daily goals while meeting quality, time, and budget constraints.
• Apply engineering design standards to aerial and underground pole/line cable including Joint -Use Design, Make Ready, Pole Replacement, Primary Service, Reliability/Maintenance Design, Upgrades, Voltage Conversion, and Tie Lines.
• Collaborate with others (project managers, other engineers, clients, technicians, and administration) to learn how to devise the best infrastructure solutions.

Education and Qualifications:

• Preferred Associates/Bachelors or a related technical discipline; A degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Must possess high levels of computer understanding – especially MS Word, Excel, MS Project, and/or Google Chrome.
• Knowledge of drafting or modeling softwares is beneficial. Some of these include: AutoCAD/ARCGIS, Spida Calc, O-Calc, or Katapult
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Comfortable speaking with multiple levels of management.
• Ability to learn and operate customer based proprietary software and other computer

systems.

• Expedite and facilitate project based work orders in a timely fashion.
• Proven ability to deal with governing authorities and their requirements, negotiate with private landowners, and provide communication, instruction, and guidance as needed to contractors.
• Understanding of telecommunication and/or electrical distributions systems is a plus
• Ability to read and comprehend engineering schematics and plans is a plus

Addition Information

The ideal candidate would be comfortable communicating with multiple levels of internal and external office and field personnel. This position will be in the Warsaw, VA area. Candidates must be comfortable working full time with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Compensation based on experience. DRG offers excellent benefits including: health, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days of employment. Vacation Pay, Company stock and 401-K eligibility after 1 year. Continual training and development offered. Pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle records screen, criminal background screen, and Social Security # verification required. Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. DRG is Employee Owned. Take ownership of your future.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• This position requires centrally located to Alamogordo, NM. With relocation assistance provided, are you open to relocating?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• AutoCAD: 1 year (Required)
• Telecommunication or Power Distribution: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road