JOB DESCRIPTION
Creates, updates and revises sketches, working drawings and contract documents using GIS software or manual means of drafting to meet customer requirements. Prepares 2D and 3D models. Must be able to read and comprehend detailed customer requirements, data sheets and supplier specifications. Assignments will be completed utilizing information provided by project engineering, architectural, or technical services staff under the direction of a supervisor. Requires familiarity with drafting techniques and engineering concepts and terminology. Able to read engineering drawing and blueprints. Prepares documentation to support design drawings. Prepare bills of material, schedules, and assist engineering personnel with formal drawing transmittals and construction issues.
Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).
Mainly working on services within the GIS system, coordinating with customers on building, and working with site check people.
What does a typical day look like?
Hybrid schedule: Monday and Friday working from home, Tuesday to Thursday in the office. Working with other designers and site checkers, emailing customers, and being the point of contact for customers and site checkers.
What is the size of the group this position will be supporting? Who are some of the key players this person will be working with?
Overall group size: 13 people, broken down into three smaller groups. The smaller group this person will be part of has 5 people.
Will this resource support internal (business), or external customers?
Both internal and external customers.
Describe work environment / team culture (supportive/collaborative, teamwork or individual contributor)?
Teamwork environment where members help each other out when overloaded.
What is the ramp up time/process for this role? Aside from having the required skill set, approximately how long will it take to train on process, procedures/policy?
Training expected to take a couple of months, with a trainer assigned to work closely with the new hire.
What are the work hours/shift (standard, evening, full time/part time, OT required, on-call for 24/7 operation)?
Full-time, flexible hours but generally overlapping with trainer's hours (around 7 AM to 3 PM). Overtime is not required but can be approved if desired.
What makes this position attractive to candidates? Why would a candidate want to work for Energy (i.e., current initiations within company, company size, culture, people, technology/innovation, etc.)?
Great experience with utility industry programs like GIS, potential for full-time job opportunities within Energy.
What is the likelihood that the position will convert to a permanent opportunity?
High likelihood if the candidate performs well.
What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?
Ability to learn and adapt, customer service skills, teamwork.
What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?
Communication, problem-solving, teamwork.
Ideal candidate background and how many years required?
Professional background with a couple of years of experience, preferably with customer-focused roles.
Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills?
Experience with GIS software (e.g., Esri), utility industry background.
Can you think of any "red flags" on a resume? (Large gaps, previous companies, drastic career changes, job hopping)
Frequent job changes, large gaps in employment.
What is the location of the contract assignment (Full time onsite, hybrid - percent of time on site/home or, are you open to fully remote)? If the resource is expected to be onsite, can you confirm if the resource can park on property/in the ramp? Is parking free, or will the resources be expected to pay for parking? Will Energy reimburse the contractor for parking costs?
Hybrid: Monday and Friday from home, Tuesday to Thursday in the office. Parking details not provided.
Would you consider a non-local candidate if they are willing to relocate for the life of the assignment at their own expense?
Yes, but local candidates may have an advantage.
Will this position require travel? How often? Where? Is this reimbursable? How?
Occasional travel to construction sites, mileage expenses covered.
Interview format: In-person, phone, virtual/video?
Prefer in-person.
Will there be one round of interview or multiple rounds of interviews?
Two rounds at most.
Will others be participating in the interview?
Yes, a panel of three people.
If yes, how many?
Three people.
EEO:
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."
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