Electrical Site Observation Specialist

Henderson Job Title: Site Observation Specialist

External/Business Card Title: Site Observation Specialist

Department/Team: *confidential*

Location: Lenexa/KC, Bentonville, DTX, HTX, PHX

Salary Grade: n/a

FLSA Classification: Leave blank - For HR use only*

Reports to (Name): Vince Masilionis

Reports to (Title): Project Director

Position Summary

The employee performs job site observations of Electrical systems to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, designs, codes, standards, and regulations. The employee documents site and field conditions and participates in discussions to determine appropriate resolution to nonconformance. The employee should have advanced knowledge of the industry, codes, guides and standards. In addition, the employee should be able to work with a moderate amount of independence but may require occasional supervision and mentoring.

Essential Job Functions

Major Accountabilities

Essential Duties

Site Observations & Testing

• Performs job site observations to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, designs, codes, standards, and regulations.
• Documents site and field conditions and participates in discussions to determine appropriate resolution to nonconformance.
• Provides site observation technical information and assistance to engineers or team leaders.
• Makes recommendations as to the feasibility of certain systems or equipment and their application.
• Attends preliminary job meetings and helps evaluate scope of work to be performed.
• Assists in the preparation of system layout, detailed drawings, schematics, and specifications based upon site observation.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and construction specifications.

System Installation & Contractor Responses

• Prepares clear and accurate responses and reports to contractors who are submitting documents for review. 

# of Direct Reports Supervised: N/A

# of Indirect Reports Supervised: N/A

• High school diploma or GED required

Necessary training, licenses and/or certifications.

• Discipline specific certifications preferred
• Valid driver’s license

Type and length of previous experience needed.

• 3+ years’ experience in the design, installation and construction administration of systems
• Relevant site observation or inspection experience preferred

Skills and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Understanding of the installation and construction administration of Electrical Systems
• Must have advanced knowledge of the industry, codes, guides and standards
• Able to work with a moderate amount of independence but may require occasional supervision and mentoring
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the computer database (i.e. EVOCO, Plan Grid etc...)
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications
• Possesses effective verbal and written communication skills, able to communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Possesses effective problem solving skills
• Adapts to changing work environments, work priorities, and organizational needs
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• Must be a self-starter, proactive, and willing to help others when needed
• Ability to take direction and constructive criticism from others
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out the functions of this job

Other necessary requirements (i.e. Travel, Shifts, Physical Demands, etc.).

• Significant travel required – approximately 50% of time
• Must be flexible and able to travel with little notice
• Ability to work varying shift times depending on the project, i.e. night or weekends
• Ability to be on your feet all day and climb ladders

About Henderson Job Descriptions: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.