Utility Design Technician

Denver, CO 80205

Mears Group, A Quanta Services Company

At Mears, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality and our people.

Primary Responsibilities include:

The Utility Designer provides new distribution and service designs for customers who need gas and electrical facilities. Provide cost effective designs and first-class customer service while balancing regulations and engineering standards. A successful Utility Designer will be self-motivated, adaptable to change, a strong problem solver and have expert time-management skills with a focus on meeting deadlines.

What Do You Offer Us:

• Act as primary point of contact and liaison between customers, construction and utility providers.

• Design facilities for new and existing customers according to the customer’s construction standards.

• Read and interpret multiple types of construction drawings (one lines, mechanical, plumbing, etc.) to determine job scopes.

• Manage and report on multiple projects from start to finish.

• Work with area engineers, customers and local division support to meet deadlines.

• Obtain permits and easements for facilities in accordance with city ordinances, state, federal, and county agencies as required.

• Execute contracts and agreements in compliance with administrative instructions and regulatory requirements.

• Actively communicate with customers, vendors, and supervisors on all aspects of individual jobs.

• Provide cost effective estimates to your customers using standardized documents.

• Schedule and attend meetings on-site with customers to determine site-specific requirements.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What We Offer You:

• Hourly rate ranging from $22 to $30 depending on experience.

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional training.

• Industry-leading benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, paid time off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates or bachelor’s degree in a design, construction, or related field preferred.

• Proficient user of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Working knowledge of GIS or similar mapping software is required.

• Previous utility design experience preferred.

• Experience working with underground utilities preferred.

• Experience working in SAP platform preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; ability to maintain a high level of professionalism when interacting with all customers (internal/external).

• Must possess and maintain an appropriate and valid Driver’s License for the state in which the primary work functions are performed.

• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to build relationships.

• Excellent analytical skills with high-level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to be effective and efficient.

• Must be comfortable and effective working in an environment with changing demands, delays and responding to unexpected situations.

• Ability to maintain and protect confidential information.

• Bilingual Spanish skills desired, but not required.

Applications for this position will be accepted until October 22, 2024.

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.