Design Rep A Electric

Company: NATIONAL GRID CO USA (NE POWER)
Location: Wynantskill
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

About the position: -
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We are presently seeking a Design Representative A-Electric for an opening in Albany. In addition to a starting wage of $34.55 per hour, we offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plan, vacation, tuition assistance and more. -
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Under direct supervision for the first six -months as a Design Representative-A Electric, and then under general supervision, to develop knowledge of, become familiar with, and prepare independently, construction orders related to overhead and underground facilities associated with electric transmission and distribution, -by applying the prescribed Company standards, specifications, procedures, and systems. Perform related work associated with services requiring 3 phase metering, underground networks, large circuit rebuilds, manholes and ducts, lashed cables, 3 phase UCD, large public works (underground and overhead) and relocations, complex DOT jobs and relocations. Obtain Rights of Way (easements) and permits. Contact customers and/or their agents as required in connection with duties, including the calculation and collection of associated charges. -Assist in the development of other Design Representatives with job duties that the employee has been trained and has had adequate exposure to as required
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Examples indicative, but not all inclusive, of the type of duties to be performed:
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• Promote the extension or construction of electric facilities including all necessary negotiations with customers or third parties, location of services, and obtainment of right-of-ways;
• Advise customers in the proper application of their electric service;
• Apply the prescribed Company standards, guides, specifications, practices, and procedures in preparing layouts of overhead and underground electric transmission facilities;
• Prepare cost estimates of construction and maintenance projects including necessary sketches;
• Coordinate with telecommunications groups in the leasing of duct spaces in the underground duct lines;
• Review network service single line submittals for compliance with Company System Specifications;
• Review service single line submittals for services 320A and above;
• Make load studies on distribution transformers and investigate circuit overloads and voltage complaints to determine necessary changes in circuits or equipment to restore service to satisfactory level of performance;
• Design and complete all network and/or spot service requests, including the review of customer equipment, necessary extension or enhancement of network, studies, etc.;
• Design all maintenance, expansion, rebuilds, etc. on the network systems including duct banks, vaults, head structures, transformers/protectors, etc.;
• Design all Sub -Transmission and Transmission underground installations, extensions, replacements, including pipe cable, large customer services, etc. at 23 kv and below
  • Design large distribution UCD installations, reviews, etc.;
  • Design all man hole & duct line installations, extensions, rebuilds, relocations;
  • Design all man hole, conduit & cable installations on bridge structures;
  • Design all DOT highway crossings, directional bores, etc.;
  • Design large scale three phase pad mount transformer installations, including within City limits;
  • Design all primary metered customer services;
  • Once trained and qualified, open -pad mounted equipment and switchgears in accordance with all OSHA Standards, Crew Requirements and Company standards for design only;
  • When accompanied by a qualified Underground Electric Crew, enter man-holes to inspect existing conditions and facilitate a quality design once trained;
  • Utilize the Company information systems to track and update customer service activities;
  • Determine the most economical method of providing local distribution system extensions and service facilities for customers.
  • Make major decisions in the field relative to the above functions.
  • Prepare and submit required reports and correspondence; -Job Qualifications:
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    • High School Diploma or Equivalent -
    • At least a two (2) year degree in Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology or GIS from an accredited college or university.
    • Valid driver's license required.
    • Ability to handle contacts with customers and other departments in connection with job duties.
    • Satisfactorily pass validated aptitude exam identified by the Company
    • Ability to follow prescribed standards and procedures. - -
      NOTE 1 - -The employee will progress from the starting level in accordance with the following schedule:
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      • Design Representative-A Electric (Starting Level) : Pay Group 14
      • After two years the individual will be promoted to the level of Design Representative-B Electric.
      • Design Representative-B Electric: Pay Group 18
      • After an additional three years and satisfactory evaluation by management, the individual will be promoted to the level of Design Representative-C Electric.
      • Design Representative-C Electric: Pay Group 22
        -$34.55 an hour -National Grid -is an equal opportunity employer that -values -a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. - -We foster a culture of -inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. - -National Grid is proud to be -an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.

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