Field Engineering Specialist

Field Engineering Specialist

Posting Date:January 15, 2026

Job Posting Number:            2026-007

Pay Grade:8

Department:Gainesville District Engineering

Location:Gainesville

Classification:                        Exempt

Notes:This is a current position.

Resume Required.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. does not sponsor employment visas.

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Classification Summary:

Individuals in positions allocated to this class, and assigned to a District, perform the required work in a district which involves handling electric service applications and maintaining records, and other engineering related activities. Primary responsibilities include handling electric service applications or other service inquires, preparing staking sheets and processing permits/right-of-way easements.

Individuals in positions allocated to this class, and assigned to an Engineering Department, perform reliable professional engineering services in the area of system planning, transmission substations and distribution design.  Primary responsibilities include minor project engineering and/or developing phases of major projects.  Responsibilities may also include performing engineering computations, conducting studies resulting in estimates and surveys which will produce statistical reports used in the design of project specifications.

Work is performed independently under the direct supervision of an Engineering Supervisor - District, a Senior Engineer or an assigned Division Manager who evaluates the work on a daily basis to ensure that the duties and responsibilities are being performed in a satisfactory manner.

Essential Job Functions

(Note:  These job functions are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. All employees are expected to demonstrate cooperation in working with others, deal effectively with members and practice safety consciousness.)

1. Works with Members, Builders or Developers. Works with members, builders or developers to ensure there is a good understanding between them and Clay Electric about the requirements for new services as stipulated in the Standards for Electric Service and the member, builder or developer’s needs. 
2. Work Orders. Receives, stakes and processes work orders, ensuring required engineering and related data/records are kept up to date. 
3. Geographic Information System (GIS). Utilizes and maintains GIS, ensuring projects are properly and timely entered into the GIS with accurate engineering data.
4. Engineering Projects. Handles projects and/or design for various types and levels of projects in engineering. 
5. Permits. Prepares and processes municipal, county and Florida Department of Transportation permits/right-of-way easements. Compiles and submits reports as required or directed. 
6. Cost Estimates. Prepares cost estimates as required.  Performs engineering studies, surveys or performs other similar work as needed.  Prepares statistics, reports, minor design and project specifications. 
7. Contacts Manufacturer’s Representatives. Contacts manufacturer’s representatives and assumes minor supervisory responsibility for construction projects in the field as directed. 
8. Vehicle Operation.  Operates assigned vehicle in a safe and efficient manner and keeps the vehicle clean and orderly, while coordinating any necessary repairs or maintenance items with Fleet Services. Complies with all traffic laws and related safety rules and safe work practices in the Cooperative Safety Manual. 
9. Safety. Practices safe work habits in the performance of all job duties and is familiar with and follows those portions of the Cooperative Safety Manual that pertain to the position. 
10. Other Essential Duties.  Each employee is responsible to perform other duties as required to benefit the Cooperative and its members, includes responding to and/or assisting in emergency situations.

Minimum Training and Experience:

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of experience as a Clay Electric Engineering Technician and certified as a Hi-Line Comprehensive Staking Technician.

Equivalent experience outside of Clay Electric may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.

Individuals in this position must maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to read circuit diagrams and maps concerning the electric system, to utilize the engineering mapping system, the customer information system, and other computer-based systems, as required.

Ability to comprehend and understand construction work plans.

Ability to prepare work-related studies and surveys.

Ability to work with other divisions in order to render the most efficient service possible.

Ability to design and prepare plans and specifications for electric distribution facilities.

Comprehensive knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code, Clay Electric’s Construction Standards, Clay Electric’s Standards of Electric Service and be knowledgeable of the National Electric Code.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other technology software/tools used in the district, including the use of iPads and other company issued electronic devices.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All applicants for employment shall be considered on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental handicap or disability, where otherwise qualified, or marital or veteran status.  Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. treats all employees equally without discrimination in rates of pay and other opportunities for advancement.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. has a drug-free workplace policy.

Clay Electric Cooperative, Inc. participates in E-Verify.  E-Verify electronically compares information entered on the Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9, with records contained in Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.  This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

JOB ANALYSIS FORM

for

FIELD ENGINEERING SPECIALIST

This form is used to determine the essential function and physical requirements of each

job class for recruitment purposes to comply with the American With Disabilities Act.

Tools, Equipment, Vehicles, or Machinery Used:

Hand tools, diagnostic tools, power tools, welders, forklift, trucks, frontend loaders, dump trucks, ladders, personal computers, iPads, assigned vehicles.

Work Conditions:

Communication Requirements:

Physical Requirements of the Job:

Note: - In terms of an 8-hour workday, "Occasionally" equals 1% to 33% of the time, "Frequently" means 34% to 66% of the time, and "Continuously" means 67% to 100% of the time.

Definitions:

1. Simple Grasping- Apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
2. Pushing-Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
3. Pulling-Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
4. Fingering-Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm as in handling.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters or must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Some requirements may exclude individuals that cannot be reasonably accommodated or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.