Utility Staking Technician in Houston, Texas at Lamar Technical Services Inc

TPSE Technician

We are looking for a highly skilled and knowledgeable Utility Staking Technician.

The ideal candidate will have experience in utility staking and layout, surveying, easements and right of way permitting coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform field surveys and staking for power line construction Work with GPS and GIS/GNSS tools
• Utilize GPS to collect and record field data
• Apply GIS software tools to draft and design utility infrastructure layouts
• Work with landowners and team members to support construction planning
• Assist in permitting and easement activities
• Maintain and care for field tools and equipment
• Travel to job sites across the region using company-provided vehicle and equipment
• Support a variety of tasks based on project needs

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 accommodation 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 may be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather
• 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
• The employee will be required to wear safety-toe boots or hiking boots

• 2-4+ years of utility staking or electric utility field experience
• Prior understanding of plats, right-of-way maps, and design/construction blueprints
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as travel regularly
• Comfortable walking on uneven terrain and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Positive attitude, reliability, and eagerness to learn
• Strong work ethic and professionalism
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

About Think Power Solutions

Think Power Solutions is a certified Great Place to Work company! This credential was earned based on extensive ratings provided by our employees in anonymous surveys conducted by the Great Place to Work organization - the global authority on workplace culture since 1992.

Think Power Solutions is a leading tech-enabled infrastructure management solutions provider with highly skilled and dedicated consultants who clients entrust to manage their mission-critical infrastructure. Think Power Solutions was founded with the vision of providing exceptional client service influenced by modern technology to positively impact the utilities, telecom, and construction industries. Think Power Solutions exists to serve its clients, making every effort to understand their needs to produce a high-quality deliverable specifically tailored to meet custom requirements. Our client-centric philosophy, creative thinking, and innovative solutions, combined with stellar project execution attracts top industry talent. Think Power Solutions' culture enables its people to deliver industry leading services and products.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3.5% company match
• 100% employer paid employee-only medical plan
• 100% company paid basic life insurance
• 100% company-paid short-term disability
• Optional vision and dental insurance
• Optional long-term disability
• 9 company-paid holidays
• 10 days PTO
• 2 days paid family leave
• 6-weeks maternity leave paid at 100%
• 1-week paternity leave paid at 100%
• Infertility benefits up to $10,000
• Adoption assistance up to $5,000

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations

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EEO Statement

Think Power Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Think Power Solutions will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination towards, or harassment of applicants or employees, by anyone at Think Power Solutions, or anyone working on behalf of Think Power Solutions.