Entry Level Field Technician

Benefits

• Starting at $20 - $22 after probationary period
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 to 4:00 pm potential for OT
• Company Cell Phone Provided
• $650 stipend for use of personal vehicle
• Gas card
• Paid Training
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Voluntary Short/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Accrued Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• $750 Referral Bonus Program
• $150 Annual Boot Voucher
• $150 Annual Rx Safety Eyewear Voucher

Hours per week: 40-50

This full-time, permanent role involves conducting visual inspections and stray-voltage testing on electric distribution and transmission structures throughout the RG&E service territory. PPS offers a competitive salary, multiple medical coverage options, paid sick time, holidays, vacation, and a generous 401(k) plan. All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), field equipment, a Toughbook, and a company-issued cell phone are provided. Comprehensive training is included to ensure accurate inspections and proper data collection using the Toughbook system.

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with opportunities for extended hours during the spring and summer months. This position requires travel throughout the RG&E territory; mileage, and tolls are fully reimbursed.

• Locate appropriate structure using Toughbook information.
• Conduct thorough and accurate visual inspection and stray voltage test using established criteria.
• Accurately record inspection and test results in the Toughbook.
• Adhere to all safety standards as defined by PPS Safety Standards and Procedures.
• Perform all tasks safely, accurately, and with professional integrity.
• Adhere to PPS dress code.

• Must have the ability to walk 3-7 miles daily on all types of terrain.
• Willingness to learn Electric Distribution and Transmission systems – equipment and purpose.
• Enjoy working outdoors in various types of weather and terrain such as wooded, urban, rural and unmaintained right of ways.
• Valid Driver’s License for at least one year and good driving record
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective communication skills and ability to speak clearly with team members.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to act with integrity and respect of personal and public property.
• Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, push and/or pull, twist and make repetitive hand movements. Sitting or standing for prolonged period of time required. Must have the ability to safely operate a motorized vehicle.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as delegated to meet the ongoing needs of PPS.