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Conrad Honors ND’s Electrical Line Workers
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Storm Restoration Efforts
Lineworkers are working to restore power to electric co-op customers. Ice buildup and strong winds from last weekend's storm have caused considerable pole damage. Update

Job Listings

Executive Vice President / General Manger
Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative, Postville, Iowa
The Board of Directors of Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative is seeking qualified candidates to replace the Executive Vice President/General Manager who will be retiring this coming summer. The Board has contracted with NRECA's Executive Search to facilitate the search process.

Candidates should have 8 years electric utility experience, preferably within the rural electric program and at least 6 years management experience.  A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field is preferred.  The board seeks candidates with broad electric utility management experience including such areas as finance, planning, member communications, operations and board relations.  The successful candidate will be a proven community leader with excellent people and communications skills, leadership ability and a strong commitment to teamwork.

Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative is a very successful organization with 45 employees serving approximately 9700 meters over 2475 miles of distribution line.  The Cooperative is strong financially with good equity, annual revenue over $15 million and a total utility plant of over $44 million.  Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative is a member of The Iowa Association of Electric Co-ops, Dairyland Power Cooperative, CFC, NRECA, NRTC, NISC, CRC and Federated Insurance.

The Cooperative has a new headquarters facility located in Postville, Iowa.  Postville has a population of approximately 2,500 and offers all the advantages and culture of a small community. 

Click here for a more detailed job description.

This is a great opportunity for a manager who is ready for another career challenge or senior staff ready to step in to the Manager role. Any interested party can contact me at 636-332-4363, or at garyjhobson@yahoo.com

Engineering Technician (Survey)
East Rive Electric Power Cooperative, Madison, South Dakota
East River Electric Power Cooperative, a wholesale power supply cooperative in eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota, is accepting applications to fill the position of Engineering Technician.   This position reports to the Madison office.

Primary responsibilities include conducting moderately complex topographic surveys of transmission and substation projects and converting survey data into electronic drawings for use in the design of electric facilities.  Assisting in the completion of construction projects by coordinating contractor bidding processes as well as contractors work.

A technical school degree with emphasis in electrical, electronic, mechanical, civil or architectural engineering is preferred for this position.  Experience performing topographic surveys and using AutoCAD will be a plus.

East River offers a competitive salary based on qualifications.  We also offer an excellent benefit package which includes health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, 401K match and 9/80 work schedule. 

To be considered for this position, an East River application must be completed.  Application materials may be accessed from our web site, www.eastriver.coop, or obtained by contacting:

East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc.
P.O. Box 227, Madison, SD  57042
605-256-4536 hr@eastriver.coop.

Applications must be received by February 1, 2010.

Apprentice or Journeyman Lineman
Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative, Columbus, North Dakota
Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative in Columbus, ND, has an immediate opening for an Apprentice or Journeyman Lineman to perform construction, maintenance and repair work on distribution and transmission lines and related facilities. Requires a high school diploma and Lineman school certificate. Valid class A CDL driver's license is preferred.  BDEC offers a competitive starting salary and an outstanding benefits package, including medical, retirement and 401K.Obtain application from Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative's website at www.bdec.coop or by calling 701.939.6671 or 1.800.472.2983 and requesting an application to be mailed. Mail resume and application to Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative, Attn: Keith Thelen, PO Box 6, Columbus, ND 58727.  Applicant may also email application and resume to keitht@bdec.coop.

Deadline for applications is February 26, 2010.

Burke Divide Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Journeyman Lineman
Basin Electric Power Cooperative, Bismarck, North Dakota
Basin Electric, a consumer-owned regional cooperative in Bismarck, North Dakota, has an opening for a Journeyman Lineman located at the Transmission System Maintenance Shop in Minot, ND.

Requirements:

  • must be able to routinely climb power line structures, including lattice steel towers and wood or steel poles, to heights of 225 feet and occasionally, to more than 300 feet while the lines are energized
  • must be able to perform all classes of transmission line construction, maintenance and operation work, with emphasis on safety, skill and efficiency.  This is done in an energetic, friendly, team oriented, and professional atmosphere
  • must have a distinct understanding of electricity, including erecting, assembling, and splicing conductors, cables and ropes
  • an understanding of tension stringing of conductors
  • four years of experience in distribution or Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and/or construction of EHV transmission lines
  • must have completed a Lineman apprenticeship program or obtained a Journeyman Lineman rating
  • must have a valid driver’s license and be able to secure a valid Class A Commercial driver’s license in the state employed, within the first 90 days of employment
  • ability to work as part of a team with good interpersonal skills
  • This is a DOT qualified position.

Excellent salary and benefit package. Applications for employment will be accepted through January 17, 2010.  If interested, please complete the profile on our Web site at www.basinelectric.com.  Click on Jobs.  Questions pertaining to this position can be answered by calling (701) 557-5484 or e-mailing dmeyhoff@bepc.com.

Engineering Assistant
East River Electric Power Coopertive, Madison, South Dakota
East River Electric Power Cooperative, a wholesale power supply cooperative in eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota, is accepting applications to fill the position of Engineering Assistant. 

Primary responsibilities will include the creation and revision of electric and telecommunication system profiles, specifications, wire schematics and diagrams using Auto Desk products.  This position will also assist other Engineering Department staff in areas of project management and completion.

Education and background minimum requirements:

Technical school degree with AutoCAD training or three years experience using AutoCAD.  An electrical, electronics, mechanical, architectural or civil engineering background is preferred, but not required.  Training in AutoCAD Map 3D or ESRI (ARC Editor, ARC View) and related software, would be a plus. 

East River offers a competitive salary based on qualifications.  We also offer an excellent benefit package which includes health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, 401K match and 9/80 work schedule. 

To be considered for this position, an East River application must be completed.  Application materials may be accessed from our web site, www.eastriver.coop, or obtained by contacting:

East River Electric Power Cooperative, Inc.
P.O. Box 227, Madison, SD 57042
605-256-4536

Applications must be received by January 15, 2010.

East River Electric Power Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Power System Dispatcher
Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative, Williston, North Dakota
The successful applicant is required to operate and monitor the Cooperative’s Electric Power System.  This is accomplished through the use of computer modeling, real time data acquisition (SCADA) and other digital communications systems. Duties also include coordination of switching requests between adjacent utility systems and monitoring and reporting the electric plant.  Other job functions include, but are not limited to, work order support, monitoring physical plant alarms and Job Safety Analysis (JSA).

This is a full time, non-exempt, salary paid position.

Must have a high school diploma or completion of G.E.D. and have completed a two year technical course related to the electrical power industry. A minimum of five years experience in the operational aspect of an electric utility may be considered in lieu of the education requirements. Experience with personal computers and Microsoft Office products is required.  Experience with WindMil Modeling and SCADA a definite plus.

MWEC offers a competitive salary based on qualifications. An excellent benefit package is offered which includes medical insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, and 401K contribution. 

The applicant selected for this position is required to live in close proximity to Williston, North Dakota.

To be considered for this position, a Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative application for employment must be completed. To request an application, contact: Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative, C/O Jerry Rehak, PO Box 1346, Williston, ND  58802-1346, (701) 577-3765, or e-mail jerry@mwec.com.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

MWEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Journeyman Electrician
Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative, Columbus, North Dakota
Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative (BDEC) in Columbus, N.D. has an immediate opening for a Journeyman Electrician. The position requires a journeyman’s license and a North Dakota driver’s license.

BDEC offers a competitive starting salary and an outstanding benefits package, including medical, retirement and 401K.

To obtain an application go to BDEC's Web site at www.bdec.coop. Or by calling 701.939.6671 or 1.800.472.2983 and requesting an application to be mailed. 

Mail resumes and applications to Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative, Attn: Jason Brothen, PO Box 6, Columbus, ND 58727. Applicant may also email application and resume to jason@bdec.coop.

Position will remain open until filled.

Burke Divide Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


 

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