Position: Apprentice Lineman
Reports to: District Operations Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for the repair, maintenance, and installation of transformers and power lines both above and underground on de-energized high voltage lines. Install meters on energized and de-energized meter bases.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist linemen, as instructed, in the preparation, construction, replacement, and maintenance of electric distribution lines, structures, and equipment.
- Assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of underground cable.
- Assist in installation meter and transformer pads.
- Assist in installation and disconnection of meters.
- Assist in installation and maintaining of security lighting.
- Conduct line patrol activities and report maintenance needs as necessary.
- Assist in digging and tamping pole holes; load, unload, set, and remove poles.
- Operate vehicles and heavy equipment including line trucks, boom trucks, underground trencher, and digger truck, and other associated equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
- Set up and remove barricades, flags, and signs for traffic control and work zone protection in compliance with safety procedures
- Operate and maintain transportation equipment, tools, and working equipment in proper condition, and report deficiencies or repairs needed.
- Assists in ensuring all tools, equipment, and unused materials are returned and replaced on the line truck after the completion of a job or the day’s work.
- Must be able to report to work within 20 minutes of being notified that services are required when performing on-call duties.
- Responsible for compliance with the Cooperative's safety rules, safety policies, and safety procedures.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the District Operations Supervisor or Foreman to perform other duties from time to time.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency is required. Completion of basic pole climbing program is required. Graduation from vocational/technical school in power line studies is preferred. Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Experience:
One to three years experience in electric utility distribution operations, including distribution system construction and maintenance is required.
Job Knowledge:
Must possess entry level knowledge of RUS and REA line specifications, National Electric Code, and National Electric Safety Code. Must possess knowledge of OSHA Rules and Regulations. Prior experience in basic technical utility knowledge required.
Abilities and Skills:
- Must possess valid Texas driver license with good driving record.
- Must possess a valid Texas CDL license with good driving record, or be able to obtain within 90 days.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral forms with the general public and co-workers.
- Must be able to climb poles of all types and perform required jobs while on poles.
- Must possess skills and abilities to perform all required jobs with the installation of materials, apparatus, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of de-energized electric distribution lines.
- Must be able to operate equipment including bucket trucks, digger trucks, and other related equipment.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more, as necessary without external assistance of personnel or mechanical aids.
- Must have sight to be able to see working conditions from a safety standpoint.
- Must be able to effectively utilize a two-way radio to communicate duties and location.
- Must be able to walk distances up to one mile in uneven terrain.
Working Environment:
The majority of the work schedule will be performed traveling to and working at various field locations within the service territory each day. The individual must be willing to work in all adverse and inclement weather conditions, including help with service restoration during storms. Overtime may be required at times of heavy workload. The individual must be able to serve on-call duty on a rotation basis.
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Position: 2nd Class Serviceman
Reports to: Special Services Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of member’s electrical service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Investigate and troubleshoot consumer’s service complaints, service irregularities, and outage reports.
- Assist in installation and removal of transformers.
- Install and disconnect meters.
- Install and maintain security lighting.
- Assists in the construction, replacement, repair, and performs maintenance of electric distribution lines, structures, and equipment.
- Conduct line patrol activities and report maintenance needs as necessary.
- Operate vehicles and heavy equipment including line trucks, boom trucks, underground trencher, and digger truck, and other associated equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
- Set up and remove barricades, flags, and signs for traffic control and work zone protection in compliance with safety procedures
- Operate and maintain transportation equipment, tools, and working equipment in proper condition, and report deficiencies or repairs needed.
- Ensures all tools, equipment, and unused materials are returned and replaced on the line truck after the completion of a job or the day’s work.
- Must be able to report to work within 20 minutes of being notified that services are required when performing on-call duties.
- Responsible for compliance with the Cooperative's safety rules, safety policies, and safety procedures.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the Special Services Supervisor to perform other duties from time to time.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency is required. Completion of an apprenticeship lineman program is required. Completion of advanced lineman training/lineman certification required. Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Experience:
Three to five years experience in electric utility distribution operations, including distribution system construction and maintenance is required.
Job Knowledge:
Must possess knowledge of RUS line specifications, National Electric Code, National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA Rules and Regulations. Prior experience in basic technical utility knowledge required.
Abilities and Skills:
- Must possess valid
Texas - Must possess a valid Texas CDL class A license with good driving record, or be able to obtain within 90 days.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral forms with the general public and co-workers.
- Must be able to climb poles of all types and perform required jobs while on poles.
- Must possess skills and abilities to perform all required jobs with the installation of materials, apparatus, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of electric distribution lines.
- Must be able to operate equipment including bucket trucks, digger trucks, and other related equipment.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more, as necessary without external assistance of personnel or mechanical aids.
- Must have sight to be able to see working conditions from a safety standpoint.
- Must be able to effectively utilize a two-way radio to communicate duties and location.
- Must be able to walk distances up to one mile in uneven terrain.
Working Environment:
The majority of the work schedule will be performed traveling to and working at various field locations within the service territory each day. The individual must be willing to work in all adverse and inclement weather conditions, including help with service restoration during storms. Overtime may be required at times of heavy workload. The individual must be able to serve on-call duty on a rotation basis.
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Position: 1st Class Serviceman
Reports to: Special Services Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of member’s electrical service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Investigate and troubleshoot consumer’s service complaints, service irregularities, and outage reports.
- Install and remove transformers.
- Install and disconnect meters.
- Install and maintain security lighting.
- Constructs, replaces, repairs, and performs maintenance of electric distribution lines, structures, and equipment.
- Conduct line patrol activities and report maintenance needs as necessary.
- Operate vehicles and heavy equipment including line trucks, boom trucks, underground trencher, and digger truck, and other associated equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
- Set up and remove barricades, flags, and signs for traffic control and work zone protection in compliance with safety procedures
- Operate and maintain transportation equipment, tools, and working equipment in proper condition, and report deficiencies or repairs needed.
- Ensures all tools, equipment, and unused materials are returned and replaced on the line truck after the completion of a job or the day’s work.
- Must be able to report to work within 20 minutes of being notified that services are required when performing on-call duties.
- Responsible for compliance with the Cooperative's safety rules, safety policies, and safety procedures.
- Provide training and supervision to other members of service crew.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the Special Services Supervisor to perform other duties from time to time.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency is required. Completion of an apprenticeship lineman program is required. Completion of advanced lineman training/lineman certification required. Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Experience:
Five to ten years experience in electric utility distribution operations, including distribution system construction and maintenance is required.
Job Knowledge:
Must possess knowledge of RUS line specifications, National Electric Code, National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA Rules and Regulations. Prior experience in basic technical utility knowledge required.
Abilities and Skills:
- Must possess valid
Texas - Must possess a valid Texas CDL license with good driving record, or be able to obtain within 90 days.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral forms with the general public and co-workers.
- Must be able to climb poles of all types and perform required jobs while on poles.
- Must possess skills and abilities to perform all required jobs with the installation of materials, apparatus, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of electric distribution lines.
- Must be able to operate equipment including bucket trucks, digger trucks, and other related equipment.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more, as necessary without external assistance of personnel or mechanical aids.
- Must have sight to be able to see working conditions from a safety standpoint.
- Must be able to effectively utilize a two-way radio to communicate duties and location.
- Must be able to walk distances up to one mile in uneven terrain.
Working Environment:
The majority of the work schedule will be performed traveling to and working at various field locations within the service territory each day. The individual must be willing to work in all adverse and inclement weather conditions, including help with service restoration during storms. Overtime may be required at times of heavy workload. The individual must be able to serve on-call duty on a rotation basis.
Position: Right of Way Specialist I (Crew Helper)
Reports to: District Operations Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for the cutting, clearing, trimming, and spraying of trees, shrubs, and brush for construction and maintenance of power lines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform manual labor type tasks such as cutting down trees and trimming brush, spraying trees and brush, and chipping up cut brush.
- Operate vehicles and heavy equipment including P/U trucks, bucket trucks, possibly bulldozer, and other associated equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
- Set up and remove barricades, flags, and signs for traffic control and work zone protection in compliance with safety procedures.
- Ensures all tools, equipment, and unused materials are returned and replaced on the truck after the completion of a job or the day’s work.
- Operate and maintain transportation equipment, tools, and working equipment in proper condition, and report deficiencies or repairs needed.
- Responsible for compliance with the Cooperative's safety rules, safety policies, and safety procedures.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the District Operations Supervisor or Foreman to perform other duties from time to time.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency is required.
Experience:
Previous experience working with chainsaws, chippers, and power trimmers preferred.
Job Knowledge:
Prefer individual to have prior knowledge of operations and proper procedures for the use of chainsaws, chippers, and power trimmers.
Abilities and Skills:
- Must possess valid Texas driver license with good driving record.
- Must possess a valid Texas Class A CDL license with good driving record, or be able to obtain within 90 days.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral forms with the general public and co-workers.
- Must be able to lift/move 50 pounds or more, as necessary without external assistance of personnel or mechanical aids.
- Must be able to operate or learn to operate equipment including bucket trucks, chainsaws, power trimmers, chippers, and other related equipment.
- Must be able to perform manual digging with a pick and shovel.
- Must be able to walk distances up to one mile in uneven terrain.
- Must be able to effectively utilize a two-way radio to communicate duties and location.
- Must have sight to be able to see working conditions from a safety standpoint.
Working Environment:
This position requires the individual to perform a variety of tasks with the majority of the work schedule being performed outdoors at various field locations within the service territory each day. Must be willing to work in all adverse and inclement weather conditions. Overtime may be required at times of heavy workload.
Position: Member Services Representative
Reports to: Member Services Manager
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary:
Represent the Cooperative in the promotion of Cooperative services and programs to members and employees by meeting with current or prospective members to establish or terminate electric service, assist with member inquiries or complaints, collect membership fees, deposits, and trip fees.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Accept applications for new and/or existing electric service, collect membership fees, deposits, trip fees, and coordinate connects/disconnects.
- Create Service Orders for new service, termination of service, meter changes, disconnection and reconnection for non-pay, and other service requests.
- Assist members with various products sold by the Co-op (surge protection and cookbooks).
- Assist with media relations, meeting planning, and other related events.
- Provide assistance to members regarding energy use. Assist with identifying possible areas of energy usage and energy conservation.
- Assist with group presentations on energy related topics to civic organizations and schools.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the Member Services Manager to perform other duties from time to time.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency is required. Associate degree in office management, business administration, secretarial administration, or related field preferred.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years customer relations experience required.
Job Knowledge:
Continuing education in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and databases preferred. Continuing education in Microsoft Office software applications preferred.
Abilities and Skills:
- Must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral forms with the general public, vendors, and co-workers.
- Must be able to lift/move 25 pounds or more, as necessary without external assistance of personnel or mechanical aids.
- Must possess excellent computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Must be well organized, personable, and able to exercise discretion and use sound judgment in dealing with people and confidential information.
- Must possess a valid Texas Drivers License with a good driving record.
- Bilingual (Spanish) abilities are preferred.
Working Environment:
This position requires working most of the time inside an office building with the usual office conditions. This position requires repetitive motions and manual dexterity for duties such as dialing and keyboarding. The individual must be able to use office equipment such as a copier, facsimile, calculator, computer, and printer. This position requires the individual to conduct research, prepare, analyze, and present data and reports, and coordinate resources. The individual must be able to present information to others and work with deadlines.
Position: Meter Tech I
Reports to: Metering Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Position Summary:
Conducts meter change outs, collection of delinquent accounts, troubleshoot meter usage / functioning discrepancies, and reading meters as assigned.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete meter change outs, connects and disconnects in accordance with the procedures of the Cooperative under direct supervision.
- Ensure all meters are properly sealed after installation.
- Investigate meter tampering/power theft and communicate information to Supervisor.
- Troubleshoot/investigate meter functioning discrepancies at member locations.
- Re-fuse, connect and disconnect transformers under direct supervision.
- Assist members/troubleshoot with minor usage complaints.
- In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the Supervisor and/or Director of Operations and Engineering to perform other duties from time to time.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalency is required.
Experience:
Minimum of one year experience as a Meter Reader/Technician or one year experience in maintaining and installing meters and metering equipment preferred. Computer software proficiency required.
Job Knowledge:
Basic knowledge of all types of electrical meters and electrical recording instruments preferred. Basic knowledge of electricity and electrical distribution systems preferred. Knowledge of local and county area is preferred.
Abilities and Skills:
- Must possess valid
Texas - Must possess skills in map reading.
- Must be able to communicate in English, both in written and oral forms with the general public and co-workers.
- Must possess good computer skills and be able to accurately interpret/enter information into a handheld computer.
- Must be able to lift/move 50 pounds or more, as necessary without external assistance of personnel or mechanical aids.
- Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time, sometimes in uneven terrain.
- Must be able to effectively utilize a two-way radio to communicate duties and location.
- Must have sight to be able to see working conditions from a safety standpoint.
- Must be able to work with deadlines.
Working Environment:
The majority of the work schedule will be performed traveling to and working at various locations within the service territory each day. The individual must be willing to work in all adverse weather conditions. The position also requires working inside an office building with the usual office conditions.