What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract - Field Technician position at Itron, Inc.?
Itron is the world's leading provider of solid-state meters -electricity, water, gas and heat-and data collection/communication systems, including automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) technology. We offer enterprise-wide software platforms, project management, installation and consulting services.
Will work Monday through Friday (8 AM to 5:00 PM CDT) in ALL weather conditions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
-Assist the Project Manager in a network install project and endpoint deployment
-Audit field installation (water meters) work completed at customer homes by Itron's subcontractor
-Meet with subcontractor on regular basis and review audit findings
-Work with subcontractor to address implementation challenges
-Validate subcontractor's completion work and communicate findings with PM
Experience: This position requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience
Required skills:
-Field experience from other service-related positions would be advantageous (service technician, plumber, production type work where quality and quotas are critical to success)
-ability to read a map/use GPS
-Basic computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office
-ability to work independently
Preferred skills:
-electrical wiring
-experience troubleshooting or installing radio/communication modules
-plumbing or piping experience
Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience.
Certification(s): Driver's license
Travel: Daily travel throughout Arlington, TX and surrounding areas (vehicle provided)
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel small and medium sized components. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and to lift weight or exert force up to 50 pounds. The employee in this position works in an environment where there is a risk of electrical shock, and there is vibration. The employee may be required to work near moving mechanical parts or outdoor weather conditions.
The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
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Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety and promote the well-being of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. Join us: .
Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law.
