Electrical Service Technician

Job Description:

Do you want to start your career with a company that values integrity, dedication, and hard work every single day? We want to offer you competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for advancement.

As leaders in the utility industry concentrating, on quality and safety, RECONN is looking for people to join our team who are problem solvers, take pride in public safety and are comfortable in a fast paced, exciting work environment.

The starting pay for this position is $20.00/hr. + $5.00/hr. for personal vehicle use/expenses, after training.

The Electrical Service Technician (Contact Voltage Field Inspector) is given a circuit map for a specific geographic area for our client in which to conduct their testing and inspection. Each map identifies the Electric Distribution facilities owned by our client in which inspection and testing is to be conducted on an annual basis.  The job function follows specific testing guidelines as set forth by the NY PSC.

Utilizing the circuit map the inspector needs to test all metallic objects attached to a utility pole/structure for stray voltage using a HD LV-5 low voltage detector.  A series of field audit questions are then entered into a handheld PDA GPS device to capture information required by the client.  A typical inspection takes approximately 1-5 minutes to complete depending on the number of electrical attachments located at each structure. 

Items needed to be carried are as follows:

• Trimble handheld PDA

• HD LV-5 Low Voltage detector

• Fluke electrical test meter and leads

• Ground Rod and Ground Reel

• Cell Phone (company provided)

SPECIFIC DUTIES/TASKS

• Overnight shift – Report to designated meeting location on workdays at 8:00 p.m.

• 8–10 hour workdays (8:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.)

• Driving to and from designated testing/inspection area

• Walking on all types of terrain – Woods, right of ways, back lots of homes, and on roadways

• Inspect approximately 125-250 electrical structures daily

• Notify and standby for any structure found to be unsafe

Why You'll Love Working for Us (Our Benefits):

• 100% paid training – We're invested in you, starting on your first day.

• Company laptop, phone, and equipment – Advanced technology you can count on.

• Daily pay – Access your pay when you need it most. Instantly transfer your earnings to your bank same day.

• Comprehensive insurance options – A variety of excellent insurance choices including medical, dental, vision, and life.

• 401(k) with company match – We will help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) employer match program.

• PTO and paid holidays – Even in your first year, so you can spend time with your loved ones.

• Tenure Boots Program – Provides a $200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on