JOB TITLE: Distribution Designer I
REQUISITION: DIS00WF
DEPARTMENT: Design Services
LOCATION: Parsons, Ks
PAY: $34.01
Headquartered in both Kansas City and Topeka, Evergy employs about 4,900 people who are dedicated to empowering a better future. We are recruiting candidates for a Distribution Designer I at our Parsons Service Center. Please find below a list of the minimum requirements for the position. It is important the candidates address their qualifications in the documentation submitted for consideration.
Distribution Designers"shall be qualified through knowledge, experience and training in drafting and effective layout of engineering drawings. They must possess general knowledge and basic map reading skills including "land descriptions" and basic surveying; must have basic clerical, bookkeeping, accounting and marketing knowledge; and must have personal characteristics suitable for making contact with customers and the public which are necessary in their line of work. Distribution Designers shall be qualified to produce electric job cost estimates including labor, material, equipment and overheads. This includes going to the field, drawing maps, use of Maximo, use of ARC Map, line construction standards, basic surveying and use of surveying equipment."
Education and Experience Requirements: High school diploma with 5 years of experience in electrical or related work or Associate degree in Construction Science, Construction Technology, Engineering, or related field and 2 years of experience is required. Preference given to candidates with Engineering degree (Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, Mechanical Engineering) from an ABET accredited University.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:
Customer service and public relations
Problem-solving
Planning, organizing and time management
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
Stress management
Written and verbal communication
Strong in mathematics
Technical reading
Electrical theory
Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required:
Must possess a high school certificate or equivalent.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must successfully complete the EEI TECH Aptitude Test
Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to perform the physical activities of the job (includes, but not limited to hearing, seeing, walking, talking, reading, typing, writing, color distinction, depth perception, working outside in adverse conditions, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, etc.).
Working Conditions:
80% of work is performed in an office with 20% in the field. Occasional travel to other locations within the Company and overnight travel is required. Position requires work beyond normal working hours depending on workload, project deadlines, and service restoration efforts. Must have excellent work record, including performance evaluations, attendance and sick leave.
Evergy has a clear mission - To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone - regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status - has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Job: *Distribution Scheduling/Design
Title: Distribution Designer
Location: null
Requisition ID: DIS00WF
