What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locating Technician position at Lincoln Electric System?
Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, customer-owned LES is one of the nation’s leading utility companies. We’re recognized for low costs, reliability, financial stability, innovation, environmental stewardship, community involvement and exceptional customer service. So, if you are looking for a career, and not just a job; if you value working in an atmosphere that values passion and talent, high personal standards, service excellence, the environment and the community in which we live- LES may be the place for you. Please note, LES is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, LES is not able to sponsor employment-based immigrant or non-immigrant visas. This is not a remote position and requires residency within reasonable commuting distance to LES in Lincoln, Nebraska daily.
Job Title
Locating Technician
Employment Type
Starting Pay Range
Posting Date
Full-time
$30.83 - $35.71
1/4/2024
Employment Classification
Division
Closing Date
Regular
Energy Delivery
1/18/2024
CORE COMPETENCIES & ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Under direct supervision, locates, constructs, operates, and maintains electrical line facilities in accordance with LES design standards and established policies, safety rules, procedures, and practices. Performs emergency and overtime work as necessary. Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Under direct supervision, locates, constructs, operates, and maintains electrical line facilities in accordance with LES design standards and established policies, safety rules, procedures, and practices. Performs emergency and overtime work as necessary. Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
- Under direct supervision, plans the sequence of work and determines the nature of maintenance or repair needed.
- Under limited supervision can locate by direct connecting to the outside of energized equipment.
- Performs contractor standby activities for protection of LES facilities and the public.
- Under direct supervision, performs customer related activities regarding underground conductors by accurate utilization of cable location equipment and interpretation of all available maps and records.
- Completes accurate reports and forms for area of assignment such as work orders, time sheets, injury and accident reports, etc. Assists excavators in complying with State One-Call law.
Initiative – Seeking a candidate who takes action on their own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked.
Accountability – The ideal candidate in this role holds self and others responsible for goals, outcomes, deadlines, and objectives and follows through on commitments. Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development.
Communication – The successful candidate expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner whether verbally, written, or other means; tailors message to fit the interests and needs of the audience; delivers information in a manner that is interesting and compelling.
Job Technical Skills – The ideal candidate keeps their technical skills current; effectively applies specialized knowledge and skills to perform work tasks; understands and masters the technical skills, knowledge, and tasks associated with their job; shares technical expertise with others.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- Associates degree in related field, and
- Six months to one year of progressively responsible electric utility experience, or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s License
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans
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