Journey Line Specialist- Fort Carson

Journey Line Specialist- Fort Carson

 
******This job is eligible for relocation assistance to Colorado Springs.

Please note that the starting pay rate for this position is $66.01, followed by a pay adjustment to $69.31 after successfully completing probation (six months).

As a Journey Line Specialist at the Fort Carson military installation in Colorado Springs, you will help make decisions for your line crew and continue to elevate Fort Carson to industry best practices. By leveraging relationships, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and using your leadership skills, you will ensure the success of your crew as they work to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the electric distribution system and transformer-fed streetlights on Fort Carson.

A successful Line Specialist is responsible for a variety of challenging opportunities such as:

• Supporting the construction, maintenance, and installation/removal of underground and overhead power lines and equipment. Primary & Secondary
• Ensuring quality of work performed in compliance with standard operating policies
• Setting up & receiving clearances and hotline holds to perform required work
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and work procedures
• Reviewing technical documents and designs for accuracy
• Ensuring major projects are being built to our transmission and distribution specifications

• Helping transition Fort Carson's current operations and maintenance practices to industry best practices

   

  • In addition, you will:
    • Lead your crew in the Foreman’s absence (e.g., decision-making, meetings, vacation, standby) and assist the Foreman with job planning as well as provide feedback to the Foreman regarding performance
    • Provide support as a second review for safe work practices
    • Work side-by-side with Line Tech Apprentices or less experienced Line Technicians to help ensure safe work practices and provide training as needed
    • Assist the foreman with job planning 
    • Communicate tactical work plans to your crew
    • Set up and execute outages, hotline holds, clearances, etc.
    • Ensure material is ready and the crew’s equipment is ready for job execution

What does it take to be successful?

• Minimum of two years of experience as a journey line technician
• Completion of a Line Technician Apprenticeship program
• Possession of both a valid, unrestricted driver's license and a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required
• Knowledge of electrical system principles, voltage requirements, equipment, installation, and maintenance is valued
• Skilled in installing and maintaining electrical distribution and transmission systems
• Ability to interpret specifications, schematics, and written instructions

What you can expect working at Fort Carson:

• The lead line technician will help lead the team to perform and assist in the activities related to the construction, operations, and maintenance of the Fort Carson electric distribution system and transformer-fed streetlights.
• Under the Intergovernmental Support Agreement (IGSA), Colorado Springs Utilities will be responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of Fort Carson’s electric gas, water and wastewater infrastructure. Pursuant to the IGSA, this position will support operations and maintenance of Fort Carson’s existing electric substations, and distribution system up to and including switch gear, transformers, and streetlights fed from transformers by utilities best practices.
• This position will be part of an electric crew that is responsible for managing the construction and maintenance of new developments, commercial construction, outage response, and providing construction crew oversight in both overhead and underground applications at Fort Carson under the IGSA. You will work onsite at Fort Carson daily but may be called to assist Colorado Springs Utilities’ electric transmission and distribution system construction crews during emergencies and storm events. 
• Within this role, you will be part of a team that is responsible for a wide variety of technical duties and will ensure that all activities adhere to Colorado Springs Utilities Safety Rules and Construction Standards. Additionally, the position requires regular interaction with numerous internal and external customers as well as proficient management resources, equipment, and personnel to ensure successful completion, performance, and review of the electric work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess for Heavy Work.
• Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions and intense noises.

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities.  They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving.  We don't just say people are important – we prove it!  That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Offto Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in a our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250  annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness