Utility Mapping Technician - western PA

FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is for 2 (two) open positions with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.

This role is responsible for the mapping and records work for the Distribution function of the Company.

The preferred reporting location for this position is the Greensburg Corporate Office in Greensburg, PA; other service centers in the West Penn Power (western PA areas), Mon Power (WV), and Potomac Edison (western MD) operating areas will be considered.

Responsibilities include: 

• Demonstrating and directing a solid commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Performing mapping updates on distribution and sub transmission assets in ArcGIS Pro (i.e. interpret construction prints and work management information, import completed designs, update attributes, verify connectivity, and post changes.)
• Reviewing and completing map fix requests from various stakeholders in ArcGIS Pro.
• Helping resolve errors affecting the NMS system.
• Using AutoCAD to import sub-division maps into ArcGIS Pro. 
• Preparing and maintaining specialized electrical schematic drawings such as substation and network using AutoCAD.
• Developing and manipulating GIS queries of data for investigations, special projects, and statistical analysis.
• Assisting with process enhancements, new functionality, anomalies, and special projects such as data audits and conversions as assigned.
• Collaborating with Designers on issues involving mapping data coming from work management (CREWS) or Distribution Design Studio systems. 
• Providing assistance during emergencies and storm-related activities when requested.
• Travelling occasionally to various FirstEnergy office locations when requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline and 1-4 years related work experience are required.
• OR high school diploma or equivalent and minimum 2 - 5 years related work experience are required.  Related work experience includes knowledge of planning/scheduling of work, construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment and tools which would be used to determine the resources necessary to perform construction and maintenance work activities.
• Develops knowledge of National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and National Electric Code (NEC), and Customer Guide for Electric Services (CGES).
• Understands the Company’s Accident Prevention Handbook and Manual of Operations and its practical application in the workplace.
• Self-motivated and able to balance competing priorities. 
• Provides quality customer service, both internally and externally.
• Possesses solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Experienced with PC software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.), Outlook, SAP, GIS, CREWS, and database query tools.
• Access to a personal vehicle to commute to various facilities and locations as required, and possesses a valid driver’s license.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification

Non-Exempt 

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team