**Electric Construction Quality Control – Line Specialist** Job Type: **Skilled Trades & Craft** Pay Range **$66.01 to $69.31** Location **Colorado Springs, CO** Date First Posted **1/23/26** Applications are being accepted through: 1/30/26 _*If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted._ **Electric Construction Quality Control – Line Specialist** **This job is eligible for relocation assistance to the Colorado Springs, CO area.** Join the Colorado Springs Utilities Electric Construction Operations team as an Electric Construction Quality Specialist. Here you'll find more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to lay down roots in a thriving community with an employer of choice. In this job, you will meet operational needs and inspect contractor crews and electrician installations on our distribution & transmission system. In this position, you will work with Planning and Engineering, Construction & Maintenance, and Distribution Control, performing various technical duties. You will be responsible for ensuring safety compliance on job sites for both internal & external customers. **Starting pay for this classification is $66.01/hr. Once you have successfully completed probation, your pay will increase to $69.31/hr.** **As an Electric Construction Quality Control Specialist, you will be:** + Inspecting the construction, maintenance, installation/ removal of underground and overhead power lines and equipment + Ensuring the quality of work performed in compliance with standard operating policies + Performing Distribution Switching to accommodate repairs and clearances for external customers/contractors + Setting up & receiving Clearances and Hotline holds for Contractors to perform their required work + Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and work procedures for both internal & external customers + Reviewing technical documents and designs for accuracy + Ensuring the major projects are being built up to our transmission and distribution specifications + Ensuring Line Extension and Service Standards are followed + Using technology to complete orders and make progress notes + Completing necessary billing and completion forms to close out jobs **Who You Are:** Qualified applicants must have completed a Line Technician Apprenticeship program, and at least two years of experience working as a journey-level line technician is preferred. **_*A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required_** **Additionally, we are interested in someone who has demonstrated professional skills and accomplishments in the following areas:** + Excellent time management skills + Must be a self-starter who takes initiative + Performing the physical aspects of line construction and maintenance + Applying safety standards in completing work assignments + Electrical systems principles, voltage requirements, equipment, installation, and maintenance + Interpreting specifications, schematics, and written instructions + Metering principles and practices + Installing and maintaining electrical distribution and transmission systems + Must be comfortable using computers and learning new systems and technologies **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:** + Exerts 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. + Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises. **Who We Are:** + One of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation (over 500,000 customers) + A national leader in reliability (power on an average of 99.991% of the time) + Diamond Designation recipient from the American Public Power Association – a utility sector leader in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements + Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains in the most desirable city to live in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2022) **Our Commitment to Our Employees…** Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program. **Time Off to Recharge** + Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure + Personal Leave –3 days per year + Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year + Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs + Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually **Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month** + Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility + Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost + Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan + Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy + Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses + Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP **Financial & Retirement Security** + Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind + Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans + Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available + Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans + Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs **Additional Support** + Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance + Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education + Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness **_ATTENTION_** **_:_** + _All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days._ + _Starting pay will be determined within the posted pay range based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate; if there is a single pay rate posted, the job starts at that rate._ + _Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas._ **_All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and work authorization must not be based on any work visa._** **Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.** Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities’ benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities’ Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503. **Accessibility Accommodations** . If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at accessibility@csu.org or by calling 719-668-7500. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as the result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes. **E-Verify and Right to Work Notice** . Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/ . If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530. **Have a question?** If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500. Job Type: Skilled Trades & Craft