Mapping Technician - Reading, PA at FirstEnergy Careers

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

33.39

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

ESRI ArcGIS Software, AutoCAD, Data Entry, Mathematical Calculations, Data Analysis, Record Maintenance, Safety Commitment, Communication, Collaboration, Problem Solving

Industry

Utilities

Description

FirstEnergy at a Glance We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger. FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts. About the Opportunity The Mapping Technician supports Distribution operations and Engineering Services by entering information in Environmental Systems Research Institute’s (ESRI) ArcGIS software, providing important updates to the Company’s Geographic Information System (GIS) application. The Mapping Technician leverages software use and learned expertise in AutoCAD to perform projects and tasks. These positions work on site and are located at the Reading Office in Reading, PA. Responsibilities include: * Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety. * Documenting entries in Environmental Systems Research Institute’s (ESRI) ArcGIS software, exercising a moderate degree of individual judgement. * Performing mathematical calculations for problem solving. * Analyzing work requests, drawings, and maps; compiling, posting, and recording various types of data on maps, ESRI and other computer systems. * Updating and maintaining compliant records to support technical reports, metrics, and information systems. * Providing ongoing assistance during emergencies and storm-related activities. * Performing other duties as assigned. Qualifications * High School diploma or equivalent and satisfactorily completed courses in Algebra and Geometry (demonstrated on resume) is required. * Demonstrated completion of college-level AutoCAD course is required. * Pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Technician Occupations Selection System (TECH) employment test. * Basic knowledge of electric theory. * Solid communication ability and collaboration skills. * Willing to seek guidance and advice to fill gaps in understanding. Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time. The starting pay for this union role is $33.39 per hour. Wage increases are based on performance to contracted standards and certain time lengths. Safety Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers, and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards. Position Classification Bargaining Unit FirstEnergy Human Resources Team EEI Testing We administer selection tests for a variety of positions. The required tests have been developed by the Edison Electric Institute (EEI), a trade association of investor-owned electric utility companies. We strongly encourage potential employees to review all information, including the sample test brochures, and to use the available practice tests before taking the actual tests. Click this link to access the practice tests. You will be prompted for a name and password. Use firstenergy for both. https://secure.eei.org/eeitests/onlineproducts/Login.aspx [https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://secure.eei.org/eeitests/onlineproducts/Login.aspx__;!!ACWV5N9M2RV99hQ!I0GHXrkK10hcnl-EITgXNYcxbvbcBbfkc5-ReE7reWe0jcCk29Dtv9HPoX7s4fg_3Jo5yIB5Kd1_zBGvymmla_zD$] Practice tests provide sample questions and detailed discussions of the correct answers. It's important to take the practice test as you would the actual one, with similar intensity and concentration. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer. Note: EEI website does not allow access to actual tests. Testing is held at various locations throughout our service territory based on where the job is located.

Responsibilities

The Mapping Technician supports Distribution operations and Engineering Services by entering information into ESRI ArcGIS software and leveraging AutoCAD expertise to perform tasks and projects. Responsibilities include documenting data entries, performing mathematical calculations, analyzing work requests and maps, and updating compliant records.