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Company Summary Statement

Rhode Island Energy provides essential energy services to over 770,000 customers across Rhode Island through the delivery of electricity or natural gas. Our team is dedicated to helping Rhode Island customers and communities thrive while supporting the transition to a cleaner energy future. Rhode Island Energy is part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies addressing energy challenges head-on by building smarter, more resilient, and more dynamic power grids and advancing sustainable energy solutions. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

+ Required to work a reasonable amount of planned and emergency overtime.

+ Required to work in all types of weather.

+ Work with outside vendors.

+ Perform other miscellaneous duties assigned by the supervisor.

+ Install, construct, modify, operate and maintain various types of electronic systems and equipment including: wireless (radio/microwave), SCADA, control, and metering.

+ Interpret technical diagrams and instructions; maintain legible, complete, accurate records and documentation.

+ Safely and effectively use all tools/equipment assigned or required.

+ Required to be on-call.

+ Accept and satisfactorily complete training in various types of electronic systems and equipment including: wireless (radio/microwave), SCADA, control and metering

Qualifications

Qualifications

+ Associates Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

+ Have or obtain technical certification (e.g. FCC General Class License; PCIA or APCO Technician Certificate; CET Journeyman Certificate w/Communications endorsement; or equivalent) within (12) months of the date of hire.

+ Be willing and able to advance to the position of Senior Technician.

+ Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot using simple and complex test equipment, schematics, logic diagrams and instruction manuals.

+ Demonstrate mechanical aptitude for fine work.

+ Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.

+ Provide an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.

+ Possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

+ Must be in good physical condition to drive and work in all weather conditions.

+ Must be able to climb stairs and ladders; may be required to stand, stoop, kneel, bend, or squat for extended periods of time; may be required to work at heights exceeding 100ft.

+ May be required to lift and carry items up to fifty (50) pounds.

Qualifications

+ Associates Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.

+ Have or obtain technical certification (e.g. FCC General Class License; PCIA or APCO Technician Certificate; CET Journeyman Certificate w/Communications endorsement; or equivalent) within (12) months of the date of hire.

+ Be willing and able to advance to the position of Senior Technician.

+ Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot using simple and complex test equipment, schematics, logic diagrams and instruction manuals.

+ Demonstrate mechanical aptitude for fine work.

+ Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills.

+ Provide an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.

+ Possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle operator's license.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

+ Must be in good physical condition to drive and work in all weather conditions.

+ Must be able to climb stairs and ladders; may be required to stand, stoop, kneel, bend, or squat for extended periods of time; may be required to work at heights exceeding 100ft.

+ May be required to lift and carry items up to fifty (50) pounds.

Job Responsibilities

+ Required to work a reasonable amount of planned and emergency overtime.

+ Required to work in all types of weather.

+ Work with outside vendors.

+ Perform other miscellaneous duties assigned by the supervisor.

+ Install, construct, modify, operate and maintain various types of electronic systems and equipment including: wireless (radio/microwave), SCADA, control, and metering.

+ Interpret technical diagrams and instructions; maintain legible, complete, accurate records and documentation.

+ Safely and effectively use all tools/equipment assigned or required.

+ Required to be on-call.

+ Accept and satisfactorily complete training in various types of electronic systems and equipment including: wireless (radio/microwave), SCADA, control and metering

Remote Work

The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.