Joint Use Specialist

Position Summary

This position requires advanced understanding and demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals, utility policy and procedures to process requests for Joint Use of the Cooperative’s facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring safety and reliability for Joint Use entities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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• Process Pole Attachment Permits including field verification inspections for new attachments
• Ensure telecommunication attachers are in compliance with National Electric Safety Code, state law, and Cooperative standards
• Coordinate and monitor projects, working directly with other Cooperative departments/districts, attaching entities, and construction contractors
• Perform pre and post inspections for joint use
• Work with Engineering personnel on load calculations
• Provide information to support staff for the preparation of “make ready” costs
• Draw or provide input to support staff to draw construction jobs
• Inspecting facilities for safety issues including compliance with NESC, condition of Cooperative facilities, contractor and telecommunication attacher working environment
• Maintain and update joint use permit documentation and databases, including joint use pole surveys and audits
• Process applications for attachment, transfer, and make ready requests
• Coordinate pre and post field inspections to ensure compliance with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC)
• Conduct field inspections to identify violations and un-transferred communication attachments
• Act as the main point of contact for joint use contracts, projects, and general questions, which includes communicating with utility companies, agencies, and construction personnel on a regular basis

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• Maintain records to ensure accurate billing and timely collection of fees
• Process sanctions related to violations discovered in the field
• Assist with development and designing existing or new processes related to joint use best practices in order to maintain compliance and system reliability
• Define and implement contractor duties, responsibilities, and contracts as it relates to joint use pre and post inspections and make ready construction activities
• Process data collected and distribute the data to appropriate internal parties and attachment companies
• Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
• Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
• Maintain the security of confidential information
• Stay abreast of advances in technology
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

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Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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• Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the National Electric Safety Code requirements relevant to distribution design issues
• Knowledge of mathematics
• Knowledge of the cooperatives distribution design and construction practices
• Knowledge of utility service guidelines and policies
• Knowledge of power system components, functions, ratings and limitations
• Knowledge of roadway, security and other lighting design practices
• Knowledge of specification book and the cooperative’s line extension policy
• Knowledge of PEC Safety Manual
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
• Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
• Ability to collaborate across departments including peers, customers, contractors, and agency personnel
• Ability to exercise efficient time management, self-motivation, initiative, resourcefulness, and organization
• Ability to make sound judgement when faced with problems and addressing situations

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Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

• Associate’s Degree in a field related to electric utility distribution and power design OR
• High School Diploma or equivalent AND
• Three years of directly related work experience
• Advanced technical coursework in electrical distribution systems preferred
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
• The employee will be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather
• The employee may be required to be trained in the proper use of chain saws and hand tools
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.