Kankakee Valley REMC - Field Engineer

Kankakee Valley REMC has an opening for a Field Engineer. The responsibilities for the position include the following items:

• Work with the engineering department team to complete the following projects, as directed by the department manager:
• New Construction (Residential, Agricultural, Commercial, etc.)
• Service Upgrades (Residential, Agricultural, Commercial, etc.)
• Service Relocations
• Construction Work Plan Projects
• Pole Inspection/Replacement Program
• Service Retirements
• Miscellaneous Engineering Projects
• Engineering Analysis (Software)
• GIS/GPS
• Drafting
• Involvement in the work order process to complete engineering related projects to include:
• Communications (Internal/External)
• Preliminary Design
• Estimating
• Field Staking
• As-Builts/GPS
• Collaborate with other departments to complete projects efficiently
• Develop knowledge of department procedures and company policies associated with engineering projects to improve member support
• Develop technical knowledge related to engineering department functions through training provided
• Work breakdown is approximately 50% Office/Paperwork and 50% Field Work

The candidate must have the following experience

• Either a relevant Engineering degree (Electrical/Civil/Mechanical) or High School Education with 10+ years of Electric Utility Construction experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

The following are desired skills

• GIS/GPS
• AutoCAD/Drafting
• RUS design
• NISC Software
• Electric Utility Construction

Physical Skills Required

• Ability to lift 15 lbs
• Ability to walk long distances on uneven terrain
• Ability to use basic tools such as a hammer and screwdriver
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

• Additional information
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines