Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

Procurement Specialist

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you Potelco, Inc seeks a great Procurement Specialist to join the team in Hubbard, OR.  

The pay for this role is a range of $34-$40/hour. 

• Working with bills of materials within the High-Voltage industry.
• Communication with vendors for all materials.
• Collaborating with internal teams and clients as needed.
• Flag any projects that are at risk due to materials and procurement.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
• Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with constructing or maintaining structures, facilities, or systems.
• Execute corrective actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively..
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, and customers.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• High-voltage powerline industry experience.
• Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s).
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Associate’s or bachelor’s degree or relevant experience is preferred.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.