FirstEnergy
About the Opportunity
Smart Meter Field Area Network Specialists perform technical analysis in support of smart meter technology used by FirstEnergy. Primary duties include field investigations of communication network issues and identifying mitigation strategies. Additional duties will include Field Technical Support of various electrical equipment across FE Territory including but are not limited to Infrared Thermal imaging of equipment in substations and on critical circuits.
This is an entry level position with multiple career paths that could lead into Engineering and Leadership positions for employees that demonstrate high performance and strong work ethic.
This position is based in Western, PA and requires travel within the FE service territory which at times requires overnight trips and longer distance travel to Ohio, Eastern Pennsylvania, as well as New Jersey, West Virgina and Maryland. This is a field specialist position, employees will be primarily outdoors on customer premises, electric line rights-of-ways and in or around electrical substations.
Responsibilities include:
Standardized Summary of Qualifications:
Qualifications for the Assoc Technical Specialist
Technical Specialist would include all above, plus:
Must have a personal vehicle and ability to obtain rental vehicle to commute to various facilities and locations as required, possessing a valid driver's license. Travel expenses are reimbursed.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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 to learn more about all of 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.
Safety
Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of 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.
FirstEnergy Human Resources Team