Electric Power Grid (EPG) GIS Analyst III (Field Ops) - (Austin Energy employees only)

Job Description:

Electric Power Grid (EPG) GIS Analyst III (Field Ops) - (Austin Energy employees only)

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus two (2) years of experience in the Electric Utility Industry . as a GIS Analyst or in Distribution, Network, or Transmission operations.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

Field positions:

• A valid Texas Class C driver’s license.
• Must possess a valid Electrical Journeyman License.

Notes to Applicants
*This position is a field position and will require the ability to work in all weather conditions, including walking in rough terrain, driving in unfamiliar areas and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.

The EPG GIS Analyst III is responsible for performing daily updates and maintenance on the digital geospatial ( GIS ) electric distribution model. The GIS model is critical to the safety posture of ESD as this model feeds ADMS for situational awareness as well as other downstream engineering systems and operational field systems.

This position:
-Performs field verification of energized electric distribution system for quality control of GIS data being developed and content accuracy.
-Creates red line updates in a electric distribution and network model
-Coordinates with designers, and field personnel to ensure accurate modeling of electric utility infrastructure
-Creates custom prints
-Manages GPS exports or imports of Trimble GPS unit
-Assists in Incident command during storm mode and may require storm assessment patrolling

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. Please click HERE for more information.

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• 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.
• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields 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.

Assessments:

• Candidates selected for interview will be required to complete field assessments to assess skill level in some of the competency areas for this job.

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.

Essential:
This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery.

Driving Requirement:
This position requires a valid Texas Class C Drivers’ License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, internal applicants cannot have more than eight City Driver Points ( CDP ) within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Fair Labor Standards Act:

This position is classified as NON - EXEMPT .
Pay Range
$35.50 - $45.27
Hours
Monday - Friday: 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Job Close Date 01/27/2025 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 2500 Montopolis (SCC) Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electric utility distribution construction and experience as a Distribution Electrician III (Journey Level Line-worker)
• Experience working with overhead, underground and illumination construction, including reading blueprints/diagrams
• Experience troubleshooting a distribution electric utility system
• Experience with hazards associated with working around energized line and equipment involving high, medium, and low voltage
• Experience making red line updates in a GIS or mobile mapping system
• Must have the ability to respond to after hour call back during system emergencies

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Manages the creation catalog data for electric utility infrastructure to be used for model analysis by researching and collaborating with engineers, field personnel, and warehouse personnel. Manages the coordination with designers, engineers, and field personnel to ensure accurate and timely modeling of electric utility infrastructure. Manages and assigns programming activities such as design, development, testing, debugging, documentation, and modification of geospatial applications. Coordinates the research and interpretations of source records and documents. Manages the GIS business process analysis, alternatives development, and makes recommendations. Manages and assigns requests for information from internal and external customers. Manages the development of GIS analysis and mapping products based on user requirements. Manages the GIS upgrades including researching, testing, and implementing new geospatial technology. Organizes and leads meetings with members of the IT and user communities. Manages quality control to ensure that data being developed meets spatial and content accuracy for desired database. Coordinates all aspects of training for GIS products and software. Assists in incident command during storm mode.

Field positions:
Assists in incident command during storm mode and may require storm assessment or patrolling. Works around high, medium, and low voltage energized lines and equipment and performs troubleshooting of electrical systems using various test equipment. Determines work requirements for assignment based on reviewing job packets, which include blueprints (plan and profile views), material list, workorder and job summary. Attends refresher training to keep up with new technology.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership, training, and guidance to others.
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 Federal, State, Local laws, ordinances, and regulations as applicable to the development and implementation of a GIS .
• Knowledge of basic database design principles.
• Skill in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new concepts.
• Skill in the application of the core requirements for use of GIS in an Electric Utility
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in advanced data analysis and problem solving
• Ability to manage the implementation of geospatial technology projects.
• Ability to modify geospatial applications and databases using scripting languages and automation tools.
• Ability to define, analyze, and find solutions for difficult or complex problems.
• Ability to analyze automation needs and makes recommendations for data, geospatial software, and/or hardware solutions.
• Ability to coordinate and train GIS personnel.

Field positions:

• Skill in applying knowledge of AE safety rules, regulations, work practices, standards, and procedures associated with each craft when working on energized electrical systems.
• Skill in properly using, inspecting, maintaining, and safely storing Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ) and Personal Protective Devices ( PPD ).
• Skill in working around high-voltage energized lines and equipment.
• Skill in reading, preparing, interpreting, and modifying blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and drawings).
• Ability to climb ladders, work in enclosed spaces, and work as an enclosed space attendant (confined spaces for the Network craft).
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, technical manuals, blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and drawings.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
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.

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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires a graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job plus two (2) years of experience in the Electric Utility Industry. as a GIS Analyst or in Distribution, Network, or Transmission operations. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Do you meet these requirements?

• No
• Yes

* Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications. Be sure to include years, job titles, and specific examples.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position requires a Texas Class C Drivers License. Do you have a Texas Class C Drivers License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Class C Drivers License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* I have reviewed the City of Austin Driver Safety Program standards, and I meet the requirements of the program, including a current driving record with no more than eight (8) Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) points if I AM currently employed by the City of Austin and no more than six (6) Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) points if I am NOT currently employed by the City of Austin.

• Yes
• No

* Do you have a valid Electrical Journeyman license?

• No
• Yes

* This position is categorized as an Essential Personnel position. Essential Personnel are required to come to work during emergencies and/or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and in some cases when they are not scheduled. Can you work this schedule as required?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* Are you able to work in all weather conditions, walk in rough terrain, drive in unfamiliar areas, and lift 50 lbs?

• Yes
• No

* Describe your experience working with overhead, underground and illumination construction, and troubleshooting a distribution electric utility system
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have experience in reading blueprints/diagrams?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have field experience identifying electrical hazards?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience, if any, with GPS and/or GIS software.
(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have as a journey level line-worker or Distribution Electrician III?

• None
• Three years or less
• Four years or more

* Are you available to respond to after hour call back during system disturbances?

• Yes
• No

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