Mapping Technician - Reading, PA at FirstEnergy Corp in Reading, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION



FirstEnergy at a Glance



We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.



About the Opportunity


This is for 2 (two) open positions with the Metropolitan Edison Company (Met-Ed), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [ME]

The Mapping Technician supports Distribution operations and Engineering Services by entering information in Environmental Systems Research Institute's (ESRI) ArcGIS software, providing important updates to the Company's Geographic Information System (GIS) application. The Mapping Technician leverages software use and learned expertise in AutoCAD to perform projects and tasks.

These positions work on site and are located at the Reading Office in Reading, PA.


Responsibilities include:

• Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Documenting entries in Environmental Systems Research Institute's (ESRI) ArcGIS software, exercising a moderate degree of individual judgement.
• Performing mathematical calculations for problem solving
• Analyzing work requests, drawings, and maps; compiling, posting, and recording various types of data on maps, ESRI and other computer systems.
• Updating and maintaining compliant records to support technical reports, metrics, and information systems.
• Providing ongoing assistance during emergencies and storm-related activities.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and satisfactorily completed courses in Algebra and Geometry.
• Demonstrated completion of college-level AutoCAD course.
• Pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Technician Occupations Selection System (TECH) Level I employment test
• Basic knowledge of electric theory.
• Solid communication ability and collaboration skills
• Willing to seek guidance and advice to fill gaps in understanding.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

Job Perks:

• Flexible schedule
• Robust Career Development Program
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid vacation, personal days, and sick time
• Paid time off to perform volunteer work (VTO)
• HealthyLiving Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Active Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs)

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 www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all 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 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.


Position Classification


Bargaining Unit


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