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Under general supervision, perform site visits to identify, inspect, and mark all under or above ground Austin Energy electrical cables.
Job Description:Purpose:Under general supervision, perform site visits to identify, inspect, and mark all under or above ground Austin Energy electrical cables.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties maybe 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 - Supervisor 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.
Minimum Qualifications:- Graduation from an accredited 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 and Certifications Required:- Valid Texas Class C Drivers’ License or the ability to acquire one by the date of hire.
- Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with small to large foundations/concrete pours, drill piers, and horizontal bores including site survey work, grating, paving, driveway and sidewalk replacement or repairs.
- Experience managing or supervising construction projects including tracking inventory, cost and budgets for multiple projects on site and in the field.
- Experience overseeing crew and contractor performance related to company goals, safety, compliance with policies and procedures, and job specifications.
- Experience reading plans, blueprints, and estimating concrete volumes and material take-offs for construction projects.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate schedule and job expectations in meetings with contractors and general public.
- Basic skill level using computers and related software applications, such as GIS mapping software, spreadsheets, word processors and email.
Notes to Candidate:The Distribution Construction Coordinator (DCC) III will be required to review prints, plan out work, and order materials and complete paperwork in a timely manner. This position will need to understand the construction specs and standards that are provided to them daily and be transparent with all internal and external customers. Must monitor, delegate, and problem-solve on a daily basis while working safely, and applying construction and City specs to jobs where they apply.
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.
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.
- Responses to the Supplemental Questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on application.
- When completing the City of Austin employment application, the work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number.
- 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 fi elds 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.
Good Standing Employees:Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum, and all of the preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview.
Department/division employee must remain in Good Standing through the Top Candidate Selection phase at which time the Good Standing status will be re-verified.
Assessments:Your skill level in some of the competency areas for this job may be assessed through skills testing.
PAY RANGE:Min. $33.49 - Mid. $42.71
Location:2526 Kramer Lane, Austin, Texas
Days and Hours:Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.
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.
- Shifts may change according to departmental needs.
- Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.
EEO Statement for City of Austin: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.
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.
Important Note to Applicants:Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will
close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.
We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.
EEO Statement for City of Austin:
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.
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.
Closing Date/Time: 2025-09-17