Joint Use Field Technician, Progression

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This position can be hiredat two different levels:

1.) JOINT USE FIELD TECH

2.) JOINT USE FIELD TECH SR 

 

POSITION CONCEPT

The Joint Use Field Tech supports the implementation of all foreign pole attachment permit requests including both engineering and construction. Supports the management of double pole work, pole audit work, PSC variance analysis, and National Joint Utilities Notification System (NJUNS) related work.  Represents Joint Use related matters involving customers, contractors, developers, vendors and governmental agencies. Performs pre/post construction inspections for Tampa Electric (TEC) and Joint Use Construction related to foreign attachment permitting.   Performs assignments independently with limited guidance and direction, taking appropriate action to resolve technical issues.

 

ADVANCEMENT WITHIN PROGRESSION

Advancement to a higher level is based on value added to the company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments.  Advancement is not automatic, i.e. based solely on time in the job, but will be based on direct observation of the employee’s performance, accomplishments, qualifications, and the business and/or technical needs of the department.

 

1.) JOINT USE FIELD TECH

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responds to permit requests for joint use pole attachments, conducts inspections of make-ready construction to ensure work on the TEC transmission and distribution system has been completed as designed for Joint Use attachments. (30%)
2. Conducts inspections on “double pole” work, ensuring the original pole is clean of all attachments and ready to be removed.  Utilizes NJUNS to notify third parties of the necessity to transfer or remove attachments. (30%)
3. Serves as liaison to interested parties in proposed joint use of TEC’s facilities, meeting with customers, engineers, contractors, other utilities, government agencies and other TEC departments eReviews field inspections, and performs conflict resolution seeking the elimination or correction of code and contract violations. (20%)
4. Facilitates meetings with vendors and constituents to coordinate and resolve all operations issues. (15%)
5. May serve as a back-up to the Joint Use Field Tech Sr in addressing key Joint Use topics such as audits, contract negotiations, legal coordination, and billing. Documents work progress, meetings and financial calculations. (10%)
6. Follows-up with customers and internal departments to ensure timely completion of work requirements. (10%)

 

RELATIONSHIPS

Key Internal: Works closely with all departments within TEC that are involved with transmission and distribution planning, engineering, construction, and maintenance, including Real Estate.  Works closely with General Accounting on the billing and payment of joint use and permit fees.

Key External: May include contractors and vendors used by the Joint Use department.

 

QUALIFICATIONS