Job DescriptionMinimum Pay Rate: $34.15/hr
Maximum Pay Rate: $37.70/hr
Apply by Date: 08/14/2024
Posting Type: Open
This posting intends to fill a one year limited term position.
SMUD is seeking a highly engaged individual to join our transmission and distribution maintenance engineering team that supports our Zero Carbon Plan. This individual will perform a variety of professional office and field engineering tasks associated with electrical engineering support. The successful candidate will work under the direction of experienced engineers.
Under supervision, performs a variety of sub-professional office and field engineering tasks associated with electrical engineering support, including but not limited to; creating and modifying 2D and 3D CAD drawings, standard updates, equipment and material inspection, testing and related assignments and projects.
This is the entry level within the Engineering Technician series. This series is comprised of two levels: “Level E” is the entry level where incumbents acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the tasks associated with the classification. The incumbent is progressed/promoted to the journey “level J” upon demonstrating the required skills and knowledge to independently perform the job. Incumbents must progress/promote to the “J level” within 60 months of appointment to the classification series.
- Develops, maintains, documents and manages standards, specifications, and associated archives under the general guidance of technical leads; uses of Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, SAP and other pertinent software.
- Develop construction assembly drawings using AutoCAD 2D and 3D and other advanced features.
- Assists in the development, maintenance and revision of engineering standards and manages communications tools as needed.
- Performs receipt inspection of materials and equipment to ensure conformance with specifications and standards, and to establish suitability for installation. Records findings and generates reports to document non-compliant materials and equipment.
- Supports maintenance of the Design and Standards Web Page; works directly with IT support personnel as needed to maintain format, functionality, data links and current information for use by Department and SMUD personnel.
- Other related duties as assigned
Equivalent to completion of sufficient formal and/or informal education and relevant work experience to provide the necessary knowledge and skills.
Must possess and maintain a valid California Drivers License and a satisfactory driving record not more than two moving violations in the last two years.
Read and interpret maps and construction drawings; perform routine technical and administrative work; understand and follow complex or brief oral and written instructions; communicate effectively and clearly in English in person and by telephone with other staff; work in a safe and effective manner; meet and deal tactfully with vendors, contractors, other employees; follow safety procedures; learn SMUD Distribution standards, application and format; learn and use software programs and platforms such as SAP, GIS, MS Excel, MS Word, Adobe Acrobat.
- Strong SAP and Database skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Power BI Experience.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) – Who We Are
As the nation’s sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we’re proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they’re “Happy, satisfied and engaged” which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
SMUD celebrates diversity, and inspires an inclusive culture based on trust and respect to create belonging and connection among our employees, customers, and communities. By working together, we are powering positive, equitable opportunities for all. We aspire to be a workplace where you can be yourself, achieve your best, and thrive together.
An example of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is when SMUD signed the California Equal Pay Pledge in 2020. This requires equal pay for employees who perform “substantially similar work,” when viewed as a composite of skill, effort, and responsibility at the time those employees started within that classification. As such, initial hiring salary range is not subject to negotiation and salaries will vary over time based on performance.
SMUD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual qualifications, merit, and business needs and interests.
Why Sacramento, California?
The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state’s sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific’s McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country’s top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er’s aren’t far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.
Hybrid Work
This position may be eligible for SMUD’s hybrid (oce/home) work employee benet, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to hybrid work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.
SMUD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. SMUD complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
SMUD expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of SMUD employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.