Field Estimator 1

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is currently looking for an experienced  Distribution Field Engineer to fill a contract position in Savannah, GA.


JOB DESCRIPTION
 

• A Distribution Field Estimator is a critical role in the energy and utility industry responsible for assessing field conditions and gathering data to estimate the cost and feasibility of projects related to electrical power distribution systems.
• This position involves conducting on-site inspections, collaborating with engineering teams, and providing accurate estimates for distribution projects

JOB SUMMARY
 

• This position is responsible for field work, drawing, estimating, and processing all paperwork associated with providing overhead and underground service to customers.
• Working with developers, builders, inspectors, and contractors is an integral part of the job process.
• A great deal of interaction with external customers is expected.
• Successful candidates must communicate well and use those skills to help enhance customer value.
• Candidates must exhibit a positive questioning attitude and build trust with the team as we continue to enhance our culture of diversity and inclusion.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
 

• General support of the engineering and line departments, which will include thorough knowledge of the distribution system.
• Candidate will be responsible for estimating monthly blankets, field investigations of orders, creation of residential loading sheets, team support of residential load analysis, designing and estimating single family home residential projects and other engineering duties as needed.
• Candidate will be required to participate in the "on call" rotation and be available after hours for Storm response.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS


Education & Test Requirements

· High school diploma or equivalent preferred
· Some college or technical certification is a plus

Experience Requirements

· 3+ years of experience in a Power Utility or commercial/industrial/residential electrician experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· General engineering and construction knowledge preferred
· Knowledge of electrical operations, distribution systems, 
  underground, and overhead construction practices preferred
· Experience designing and estimating distribution facilities
   preferred
· Experience with drafting, engineering and line design software,
  GIS products, load estimating tools (specifically in residential
   loading) preferred.
· Experience with JETS, ARMS, Socket, AutoCAD, GIS
   products, CSS, CIT, iCLEAR and LEADS tools preferred.
· Good computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel preferred
· Ability to work with customers and others as a team member
· Ability to prioritize and organize work
· Effective, proactive oral and written communication skills
· Must be an effective negotiator who can protect our interests
   while serving the customer's needs
· Duties includes being available for emergency assistance
   outside of normal work hours, weekends, holidays, and
   extended out of town storm duty
· Candidate should be available for response within a reasonable
   amount of time
· Candidate must be willing to work "on-call" rotation

Behavioral Attributes

· Must make safety his or her top priority (Safety Excellence)
· Must demonstrate "Our Values": Safety First, Unquestionable 
  Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment
· Demonstrate a Questioning Attitude and continuously seek for
  learning opportunities and improvement
· Positive attitude and strong customer focus
· Demonstrate a genuine interest to be inclusive and understand
   and respect different perspectives
· Must possess the ability to work alone as well as function as
   part of the team
· Must be able to communicate effectively and build positive
   relationships with customers, engineers, customer service, and
   line crew personnel
· Highly motivated and self-directed and work well under
   general supervision
· Candidate must have a valid driver’s license


This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.


JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.              #D650