About the Position:
We are presently seeking a Field Tester B-Electric for an opening in our Potsdam location. In addition to a starting wage of $38.43 per hour, we offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) plan, vacation, tuition assistance and more.
Under direct supervision to assist Field Testers of a higher classification. Under general supervision as proficiency increases to perform such duties as: install and remove survey recorders on single phase and network installations; install and remove tapes and charts on recording devices and read associated meters; and perform corrosion control tests such as gas service inspections and pipe to soil acceptance tests. Work tasks within this series will be assigned based on level of training and proficiency.
Job Qualifications:
- Must have an AAS degree in Electrical Technology from an accredited school or equivalent training program. OR
- 36 credits or more from an accredited school toward an AAS/AOS degree as identified above with 3 years field experience
- Must pass validated aptitude test.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Must have a valid drivers license
NOTE:
- Upon satisfactory completion of 12 months as a Field Tester B, and demonstrated proficiency as a Field Tester B-Electric, the employee will be promoted to a Field Tester C - (Electric).
- The progression from Field Tester C (Electric) to Field Tester D (Electric) will occur over an 18 month period. To qualify for automatic progression to the D level, the employee will be required to have satisfactorily demonstrated proficiency in field testing in the electric discipline during the eighteen months as a Field Tester C (Electric).
Salary:
- $38.43/Hr
Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.
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