Design/Planner I

Centuri Group, Inc. • Houston, TX, US • 2d ago

Who We Are

Linetec is a part of the Centuri Group, who is comprised of a family of companies that make up a utility infrastructure enterprise, operating throughout the US and Canada, safely delivering gas, electric and utility services to our customers and the community. We help you build your career on Solid Ground by investing in your development and valuing your unique skills, perspective, and background. Employees are the lifeblood of our organization, and we’re committed to providing a stable foundation to continuously grow and thrive. We’ve got work for the next 100 years - All we need is you!

At Linetec, the safety of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve is one of our guiding principles. Our goal is to achieve a world-class safety culture and operate incident-free. This extends to the quality of the work products we leave behind. We do things the right way, every day, to ensure the gas and electric infrastructure we build is safe and reliable for the homes and businesses that depend on it.

What You'll Do

Manage diverse design projects, including pole replacements, Make Ready Engineering, reliability programs, URD design, and new residential services. Support engineering with design reviews, interpret field data, conduct site visits, and ensure adherence to project standards and training requirements.
Provide support to engineering staff with preliminary designs, including reviewing and revising designs.
Interpret sketches and field data to ensure accurate project execution.
Conduct on-site visits when needed to document and take notes on existing facilities for project scope.
Adhere to project-specific processes, company standards, and complete any necessary training, depending on the project or client requirements.

What You'll Have

Associate's Degree in a related field.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; AutoCAD or MicroStation; Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam required, with Map 3D, AUD, and Civil 3D desired.
At least 1-2 years of related experience.
Must be detail-oriented, with the ability to learn new skills/programs.
General aerial and underground distribution knowledge.
Good working knowledge of NESC.
Self-starter.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision or as part of a team.
Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
Ability to develop basic knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
Ability to work with governing offices to locate Right-Of-Way (ROW) lines, if needed.
Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD 2004 or higher.
Proficient with Microsoft Office products, Google Earth Maps, and routine office equipment.
Ability to solve unique problems and develop methods, systems, policies, or services that significantly impact company objectives.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Self-supervision over assigned project tasks.
Number of Direct Reports:
Direct Reports: 1
Indirect Reports: 1
Total Reports: 2
Training/Certifications:
Bentley or Autodesk Certified training.
Experience:
1-2 years of CAD-related experience in design.
Distribution design.
Gas design.
Utility work management systems

What You'll Get

Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
401K w/ Company Match
Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
Potential Bonus Opportunities
Career Development Opportunities
Employee Discounts
Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

Work is typically performed in a regular office setting.
It’s possible some time will be spent out in the field and on business travel (up to 35% of the time).
Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
May require working overtime as needed.
Must have reliable transportation.
Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen, walking in the field, documenting notes on tablet, or paper.
Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling

Legal Stuff

Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer. Certain safety-sensitive positions are covered under the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part 40. It is important to note that marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. It remains unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under the company’s Drug Free Workplace Policy to use or test positive for marijuana.