Entry Level Field Technician

Job Title

This full-time, permanent role involves conducting visual inspections and stray-voltage testing on electric distribution and transmission structures throughout the NYSEG 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 NYSEG territory; and tolls are fully reimbursed.

Essential Job Functions:

• 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.

Position Qualifications:

• 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.

About Us:

With Precision Pipeline Solutions in New Windsor, New York, you'll be working for one of the nation's fastest-growing private companies in the natural gas and electric utility contracting industry. Our mission at PPS is to be the premier provider of the development and implementation of single source, multi-dimensional, problem-solving techniques, driving the most effective SOLUTIONS to our utility clients. Our customers will choose us because of our diverse expertise, quality workmanship and reputation to provide the utmost degree of value.

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.