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POSITION CONCEPT
Responsible for coordinating and inspecting underground mainline and residential services installed by outside contractors. Verify Distribution Design Technician designs for underground construction work requests to ensure that materials, drawings, and installation methods are accurate. Issue work to contractors based on job readiness and schedule provided by Construction Management. Monitor contractor performance and assist in project oversight with an emphasis on safety, quality, cost, and schedule.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure Lateral underground (LUG) work assigned to contractors meets the expectations set forth by Construction Management and Distribution Design. Participate in pre-construction meetings with Tampa Electric team members, contractors, and customers to provide input and feedback for new underground construction projects. Perform job-site inspections to ensure contractors comply with TEC's Safe work practices and specifications. Resolve underground mainline issues with Distribution Design Technicians, contractors, and customers to prevent delays that may affect in-service dates (25%)

1. Work closely with Field Construction Supervisors and participate in job-site pre-inspections to ensure that customers are ready for their UG service to be installed by contractors and follow the SESR (Standard Electrical Service Requirements). Resolve UG service issues with Distribution Design Technicians, contractors, and customers to prevent delays that may affect in-service dates. (25%)

1. WorkPro reconciliation in areas of responsibility, which includes all related costs for materials, labor, and other resources. Processes and coordinates material orders for "on-site" contractors with the appropriate Storeroom. (10%)

1. Responsible for the review and approval of mainline contractor invoices. Ensure amounts of material used match amounts of materials issued. Ensure that hourly or unexpected costs are legitimate for each project. (10%)

1. Complete 500 and 600 level WorkPro requirements as field tasks are completed so that jobs can properly progress through the system. Disapprove 500 and 600 level WorkPro requirements and enter supporting remarks in WorkPro. (20%)

1. Periodically backup other Field Construction team members. (10%)

SUPERVISION
Indirect Supervision: Contractors
RELATIONSHIPS
Key Internal: Interacts with multiple levels in the organization (i.e. Distribution Design Technicians, One Source, Service Area Coordinators, Planners, Stores, System Service Dispatchers, Project Managers, and Line Supervisors).
Key External: Interacts with end use customers, governmental agencies, contractors, builders and developers.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Associates Degree; may be accepted in lieu of 1 year of experience
Licenses/Certifications
Required: Valid Florida driver's license and safe driving record
Experience
Required: Minimum of two years of experience in electric distribution operations or in the electric distribution construction environment; Experience dealing with customers and/or contractors.
Preferred: Mainline and service installation experience; Experience as a Distribution Design Technician, Lineworker / Apprentice Lineworker, or work-related experience in conduit construction.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required: Knowledge of TEC General Rules and Specification or equivalent; Must have good communication and organization skills to meet deadlines and work in a fast paced environment; Must be able to handle urgent construction and customer issues in the field under minimal supervision
Preferred: WorkPro and GIS; Ability to read and understand construction prints and interpret GIS data.
JOB RELATED DIMENSIONS *Core Dimensions
Business & Job Knowledge*
Judgment*
Ownership & Excellence*
Produce Results*
Teamwork*
Work Safely*
WORKING CONDITIONS
Daily working conditions include office and field construction environments. The daily use of a company vehicle is provided for construction site inspections. The use of personal protective equipment to include Fire Resistant (FR) clothing is required around energized conductors and equipment. Occasional overtime required.Available to respond to emergency underground issues to coordinate restoration with contractors 24/7.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS

• Driving to locations in TEC service areas
• Walking to field locations for inspection purposes.
• Lifting 20lbs regularly and occasional lifting of up to 40lbs.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!
Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!
STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.
Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.
Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.