Job Description

Reporting to the Quality Control Supervisor, this position is responsible for performing field inspections related to LUMA Energy’s Transmission & Distribution infrastructure throughout Puerto Rico. This includes work related to transmission and distribution lines (overhead and underground), substations, telecom, streetlights, customer meters and related vegetation management. The role requires strong technical aptitude, extensive knowledge of electrical utility design and construction practices, excellent problem-solving abilities, and teamwork skills. In addition, this position may be subject to rotating on-call and rotating shifts. Possible shift assignments may include morning, evening, night and weekends shifts. 

Supervisory responsibilities: No

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate degree in engineering or technical degree from a recognized Electrical Engineering Technology Program or trade designation such as Power System Electrician or Journeyman Lineman, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience of electrical construction or vegetation inspection or a related field.

• Familiarity with industry standards.

• Knowledge of safety practices.

• Strong interpersonal relationship development skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent ability to work as a team player.

• Problem solving skills with proven ability to resolve issues in a timely manner.

• Knowledge in Microsoft Office Programs (Excel, Word, Teams, Others).

• Technical knowledge in designs associated with electrical and utility codes, constructability, and equipment applications is preferred.

• Knowledge of quality management systems and standards is preferred.

• Knowledge of the business in the regulated and utility environment is preferred.

• Knowledge in GIS Platforms (Google Earth and others) is preferred.

• Fluent in English (being able to read, speak, and write) is preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Driver License.
• Valid First Aid Certification is preferred.
• OSHA Certification is preferred.
• Any operator certification or additional technical qualifications will be considered an asset.

Travel Requirements:

This position will require an availability to support the demands of other regions based on the needs of the operation.

• Travels: Yes
• Percent of time: 75% approximately
• Overnight required: Yes
• Rotating shift: Yes
• Day shift: Yes
• Night shift: Yes

Physical Demands:

• Stationary Position: Occasionally
• Pushing / Pulling / Reaching: Occasionally
• Climb: Occasionally
• Kneel: Occasionally
• Grab: Occasionally
• Bend: Occasionally
• Lift / Carry: Occasionally, up to 50lbs
• Vision: Vision acuity to operate a vehicle –20/20 Corrected vision
• Hearing: Understanding sounds required for communicating with others and operating a vehicle

Working Conditions:

• Wet or damp - Frequent
• Working near or over moving mechanical parts- Frequent
• Working near or over heavy machinery- Rare
• Working in high places- Rarely
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles- Rarely
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Rare
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions- Rarely
• Work with electricity- Rarely
• Work with explosives- N / A
• Working on or near a radiation source- N / A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Rarely
• Other environmental factors, including climatic conditions- Rare

LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.