AMVETS Jobs

Closes: May 11, 2025 Starting Range: $24.30 to $35.55 per hour  Full Range: $24.30 to $43.44 per hour

Job Description The Transmission Maintenance Technician is responsible for promoting a high level of customer satisfaction through assistance in planning and installation of electric transmission utilities. Working in a team environment you will be responsible for assisting in the design and coordination with Transmission Engineers for the selection of proper materials for new construction, maintenance and replacement of damaged Company facilities. This role works with a variety of internal and external stakeholders on construction related issues. Interacts and is a member of a self-directed, collaborative, and interdependent team.

Responsibilities

• The Transmission Maintenance Technician's responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with project documentation and administration. This includes the updating of PLS CADD line models, processing of as-built records, reviewing drawings, and performing administrative duties.
  • Performing in-field related tasks, such as collecting as-built field data, identifying suitable access routes for construction projects, and construction staking for upcoming work.
  • Documenting and modeling transmission system line impedances and facility ratings in PLS CADD and other software.
  • Processing and reviewing third-party attachment requests. Collaborating with engineers to create scopes of work and cost estimates associated with make-ready work.
  • Under engineer supervision, designing small projects, such as make-ready work, creating Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembling construction documents and drawing sets for line crews.

Requirements

Level I:

• High School, GED or Equivalent
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a natural gas or electric distribution related field
• Requires demonstrated ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple projects and to work effectively with all parties involved
• Must possess basic computer skills and ability to learn computer applications
• Specialized job-related training in gas and electric design, map reading and familiarity with applicable codes, tariffs and requirements preferred

Level II:

• High School, GED or Equivalent
• Three years plus applied and demonstrated consistent performance/experience working with Avista contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders
• Proven track record of contributing as a team member and successfully building relationships both internal and external
• Display competent knowledge of the Construction Service Technician process and/or transmission line design and must be able to complete complex work assignments

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of Avista's Transmission facilities
• Understanding of survey and staking principles
• Familiarity with PLS CADD software suite

*Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. *

*Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane, Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with an additional day determined by the employee and manager. *

To Apply We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employee's various levels of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitt