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Austin Energy Distribution Construction Coordinator III (Work Management) in Austin, Texas
Position Information
Posting Title Distribution Construction Coordinator III (Work Management)
Job Requisition Number AE503641
Position Number 100197
Job Type Full-Time
Division Name Electric System - Field Ops
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation from High School or equivalent, plus four (4) years experience in road or utility construction.
Twelve (12) semester hours in Engineering Technology, Engineering, Construction Sciences or in a field related to the job, may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years.
Licenses or Certifications:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Position Summary:
The Distribution Construction Coordinator III ( DCC III ) will complete field expediting activities for overhead and underground Distribution Utility projects. The DCC III will be able to review construction work packets, assess compliance with Construction Standards and Design Criteria, and work with customers to facilitate successful completion.
Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE (http://www.austintexas.gov/department/active-employee-benefits) for more information.
Employment Application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
This position requires a criminal background investigation.
Work Schedule:
Shifts may change according to departmental needs.
Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.
Driving Requirement:
This position requires a Valid Texas Class “C” Drivers License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Work Schedule:
This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin.
Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends and may include on-call shifts.
Shifts may change according to departmental needs.
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Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
5:30AM – 4:00PM (4 days a week rotating schedule)
Essential Postion – Please see notes
Job Close Date 05/17/2024
Type of Posting External
Department Austin Energy
Regular/Temporary Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable
Category Technical
Location St. Elmo S/C 4411 B Meinardus Dr. Austin, TX 78744
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Experience with related software programs such as Maximo, and Smartsheet
Experience with Schneider Electric Systems such as ADMS , WEBDMD , GE Smallworld Electric Office, EOWEB GeoPortal or Field Client or similar programs.
Experience with utility locates
Experience with Austin Energy Construction Standards and Design Criteria
Experience with Right of Way Permits and Traffic Control Plans
Experience managing distribution construction projects
Experience working or have worked as a journey level line worker at an electric utility and/or an electric contractor
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Inspect electrical conduit and 90 Meter bases connections. Coordinate and schedule of electric construction projects and advance locating activities with commercial, private, and public construction and excavation entities. Expedite, review, and inspect distribution construction projects to ensure ready to work for Austin Energy
Performs site and print checks of construction projects to ensure underground utilities are located and site is workable, to include requesting permits from Public Works to work in city right of way. Performs inspections of civil construction facilities
Assists the Scheduler Analyst by creating/updating work orders, generate and activate material orders
Processes and expedites purchases of non-stock goods and services, maintain files and collect data for reports
Purchases construction materials as needed for the AE or Contract construction crews
Manages underground prints for utilization and research by construction contractors to improve construction coordination.
Maintains databases for various tracking of documentation for coordination of electrical construction projects.
Coordinates planning and scheduling of electrical construction projects. Assists in the assessment of material/products to ensure best fit distribution construction needs.
Advises customers and contractors of project timeline and tasks related to that timeline.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of one-call system and distribution construction methods and standards
Knowledge of electrical distribution and construction standards for public and private structures
Knowledge of departmental process and procedures
Knowledge of purchasing procedures
Knowledge of stages of construction when possible violations and defects may be observed and corrected
Knowledge of National Electrical Code and associated rules, regulations, ordinances and standards
Knowledge of city practice, policy, procedure, statutes, and ordinances.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to train others.
Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- This position requires graduation from High School or equivalent, plus four (4) years experience in road or utility construction. Twelve (12) semester hours in Engineering Technology, Engineering, Construction Sciences or in a field related to the job, may substitute for six (6) months of the required experience with a maximum substitution of two (2) years. Do you meet these requirements?
Yes
No
- This position requires a Valid Class C Driver License. Do you have a Valid Class C Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Valid Class C Driver License by your hire date?
Yes
No
- The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
- This position is categorized as an Essential Personnel position. Essential Personnel are required to come to work during emergencies and/or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and in some cases when they are not scheduled. Can you work this schedule as required?
Yes
No
- Are you currently working or have worked as a Journey Level Line Worker at an Electric Utility and/or an Electric Utility Contractor?
I am currently working as a Journey Level Line Worker at an Electric Utility and/or an Electric Utility Contractor
I worked as a Journey Level Line Worker at an Electric Utility and/or an Electric Utility Contractor.
None of the above
- Describe your experience with utility locates.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience with Right of Way Permits and Traffic control plans.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience with related scheduling software programs such as Maximo, Smartsheet, etc.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience with Schneider Electric Systems such as ADMS, WEBDMD, GE Smallworld Electric Office, EOWEB GeoPortal or Field Client or similar programs.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience with Construction Standards and Design Criteria for either Austin Energy or other Distribution construction facility.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your experience with managing distribution construction projects.
(Open Ended Question)
- This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
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