Our Company More than a utility company, Unitil provides energy for life. Our work helps keep homes comfortable, businesses thriving and communities connected. Unitil is an investor-owned public utility proudly serving Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We are dedicated to delivering energy to our customers safely and reliably. Unitil is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success of Unitil is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity and value our employees. Take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package. Unitil offers competitive salaries, a consumer-driven health plan, dental and vision coverage, flexible work, company-paid holidays, a, robust, highly competitive retirement plan and educational assistance. *Note: Benefit offerings may differ between union and non-union employee groups Position Purpose Conduct field reviews and prepare associated documentation for the oversight of coordinating, planning, and scheduling activities required to construct and maintain the electric energy delivery system for the purposes of providing service to customers. Responsible for the operational design and estimating of projects in accordance with company construction standards, and in compliance with State and Federal codes, while ensuring the reliable, efficient and safe delivery of electric distribution service to customers. To assist with project management and scheduling duties to ensure that projects have timely completion. Professionally interact and collaborate with customers, line contractors, electricians, general contractors, and developers, to ensure that the company satisfactorily meets their needs and to ensure Company construction standards, policies and procedures are being adhered to. Principal Accountabilities Time % End Results 85% Project Planning and Coordination (Maintenance and Construction): Responsible for assisting in the coordination, planning, and scheduling of projects and routine work associated with the construction and minor upgrades of the electric distribution system. These projects and routine work include customer driven inquiries for service and follow up review of customer related requirements. These responsibilities include: + Field reviews and operational design of line work necessary to provide service to customers. + Prepare cost estimates + Prepare construction planners for projects including material requirements and applicable resource or permitting needs. + Provide field crews with technical assistance and guidance on an as needed basis. + Coordination and meet with Telecommunications Companies + Utilizes scheduling, tracking, and reporting mechanisms to ensure the timely and cost-effective completion of customer driven work. + Ensures completion of as-built drawings and the accuracy of associated project documentation + Utilize work management systems and various technologies for the purpose of designing, estimating, and updating the status of projects. 15% Leadership and Training: Fosters a work environment of commitment and achievement, setting high performance standards, and providing the direction, training, and development needed to achieve these standards. Articulates and generates enthusiasm for the Company’s mission and goals. Leads by example; demonstrates a strong commitment to Unitil’s Core Principles and values and instills this same commitment in all employees. + Communicates openly by regularly supporting company strategic plans and goals. + Confronts issues, addresses conflict, resolves problems and recommends solutions, which may sometimes require taking a tough principled stand, even if unpopular. + Demonstrates competencies and sense of direction and concern for the future. + Committed to being consistent in word and action. + Demonstrates self-awareness, self-regulation, passion, empathy, and social skills when interfacing with co-workers. + Assist in promoting and enforcing safe work practices as required by Company safety rules and OSHA regulations. Assist the Line Supervisor with safety and work practice training programs. As Needed Capitalizes on unplanned opportunities and responds to unforeseen situations; undertakes and completes assignments and special projects as assigned by management. Collaborates with other personnel within the Operations group and provides assistance and auxiliary support in their absence Qualifications + Associates Degree or equivalent work experience. + 3 years of related field experience. + Must accept supervisory standby on rotation basis. + Must reside within a specified geographic area and be available for duties during times of system emergencies. Unitil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Last Updated: 02/14/2025