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You can also view job listings at Touchstone Energy Jobs Job Listings Engineering Manager Education/Experience: Assist in the day to day operations of the Engineering Department and have the ability to work on projects independently. The position will also aid in tasks to assure that the Cooperative's utility apparatus including but not limited to the AMR/AMI equipment, OCR's, voltage regulators, and metering equipment are functioning properly and are maintained properly. This is a full-time, permanent position with our cooperative offering an excellent benefit package and working environment. This position is an hourly paid position with a 40-hour work week with some overtime and infrequent overnight travel when necessary. This position requires work to be performed both inside and outside of the office. For information and an application for this position, please visit our website at www.nodakelectric.com, or contact Michelle Markuson at 701-746-4461, e-mail address mmarkuson@nodakelectric.com. Closing date for this position is February 15, 2012. General Manager / Executive Vice President Benton Rural Electric Association is headquartered in Prosser, WA. Prosser with a population of about 5,500 is a beautiful small town with a big country feel. Prosser is located in the lush Yakima Valley and celebrates its rich agricultural heritage with many world-class wineries and vineyards. With almost 300 sunny days annually, Prosser offers a variety of outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, boating and golf. Prosser with over 30 local wineries has also been dubbed the “Birthplace of the Washington Wine Industry.” As the seat of Benton County, Prosser also offers a local hospital, and good school system for all grades. Prosser is a short drive to the Tri-Cities area (Pasco, Richland, and Kennewick). The Tri-Cities has a population of 248,400. There are colleges in the Tri-Cities area where an individual can pursue a degree. Columbia Basin College has a full array of Associate Degree and Vocational/Technical career programs. Washington State University branch campus provides the opportunity to acquire undergraduate and master degrees in a variety of programs. The Benton Rural Electric Association serves approximately 22% of the land area of Benton and Yakima Counties, or about 1,300 square miles. Service is provided to residential, commercial, industrial, and agriculture/irrigation members. The cooperative has a total utility plant value of over $100 million which includes 62 miles of transmission line, 2,099 miles of distribution line, and 24 substations. The Association serves approximately 14,892 consumers and has 78 full time employees, of which about half are represented by a collective bargaining unit. The cooperative was energized in 1938 and has two branch offices which are located in Toppenish, Washington and in West Richland, Washington. The cooperative purchases wholesale power from the Bonneville Power Administration and Powerex a wholly owned subsidiary of B.C. Hydro in Canada. Benton REA also serves as an Internet Service Provider, under the name of PowerNET, which was established in 1997 and offers a variety of internet access and technology services to thousands of people and businesses. These services include broadband wireless and dial-up Internet access services, technology consulting for businesses and individuals, basic PC repair for businesses and individuals, personal email service, dial-up accelerator service, business web page hosting and other commercial services. The successful candidate should have a minimum of ten years of proven senior management experience in the electric utility industry, preferably in the rural electric cooperative program. It is required that the successful candidate hold a bachelor’s degree from a four year accredited college, or equivalent combination of education and experience related to the challenges of the General Manager/Executive Vice President position. The ideal candidate will have political expertise and experience dealing with energy & regulatory issues on a state or national level. The position reports to a 9 member elected board of trustees. Candidates should have proven senior management experience in the areas of finance and accounting, member relations, personnel and electric operations. It is mandatory that the CEO have strong interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communication skills, maintain a positive attitude, have strong leadership skills, be a team builder and work well with the employees, and have the ability to develop positive long term relationships with the consumer/members, community organizations, state and federal legislators, associated regional and national organizations, the employees and the board. Union negotiating experience is a plus. With a full benefit package and relocation expense provided, annual compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The new General Manager/ Executive Vice President should begin work sometime in May, 2012 for some overlap with the current GM who retires June 1, 2012. Application packages need a cover letter, resume, recent salary history, along with 6 business and 3 personal references by email only, no later than January 31, 2012 to: LANGLEY & ASSOCIATES EXECUTIVE SEARCH, INC. Member Care Representative
ABILITIES/SKILLS: High school education required
An Equal Opportunity Employer General Manager The G&T is a non-profit Montana corporation (incorporated in 1980) which represents the interests of its seven public utility members: Flathead Electric Cooperative, Glacier Electric Cooperative, Missoula Electric Cooperative, Ravalli County Electric Cooperative, Vigilante Electric Cooperative, and Mission Valley Power (a tribal managed utility). Lincoln Electric Cooperative is an associate member of the G&T. The G&T’s member utilities serve over 100,000 public power customers throughout Western Montana. These customers receive their power from the Bonneville Power Administration and the G&T and its General Manager endeavor to retain the benefits of the region’s existing low-cost hydroelectric and nuclear generation. The G&T has the legal capacity to plan, finance, build, operate, and maintain electric generation and transmission facilities however, the G&T does not currently own or operate any generation or transmission facilities. The General Manager will work with a diverse set of local, regional, and national power supply related issues including: The General Manager, along with a part time executive assistant, performs the day to day business of the G&T. Funded through dues assessments, a budget is developed and approved by the Board annually. The current operating budget for 2011-12 is $371K. The board requires that the General Manager live in Western Montana, preferably in Missoula. The successful candidate will be expected to visit the member cooperatives as needed as well as attending monthly association meetings in Portland. Montana has biennial legislative sessions in Helena that may require travel, as well as Montana Electric Cooperative Association meetings generally held in Great Falls. There will also be at least annual trips to Washington DC as part of a delegation of cooperative representatives organized through the National Rural Electric Cooperatives Association. The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of the Bonneville Power Administration and its new tiered-rate methodology, as well as energy efficiency and conservation issues. The position requires excellent communication skills, both written and oral; very strong interpersonal skills including being well versed in acting with diplomacy; strong leadership ability; present a professional image at all times; be politically astute with the ability to represent the G&T at the legislative level; be a good listener; have strong planning and budgetary skills; have the ability to understand wholesale power supply contracts; and have a strong dedication to cooperative principles. A good technical understanding of the electric power utility industry at the G&T level is desirable. The G&T offers an excellent NRECA full benefits package and a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please submit a complete package with a cover letter, resume, recent salary history, along with 6 business and 3 personal references, via email by April 15, 2012 to:
LANGLEY & ASSOCIATES EXECUTIVE SEARCH, INC. Journeyman Line Worker The successful applicant must have experience in OH/UG electric distribution, including all phases of line construction, maintenance and troubleshooting. A valid Class A Commercial Drivers License is required. An excellent benefit package is offered which includes health, dental and vision insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, 401K contribution, vacation, sick leave and holiday. Housing may be negotiable. An application form is required and can be downloaded from the corporate website www.roughriderelectric.com or contact the Human Resources Manager at 701-748-3110. Applications and resumes must be received at hr@roughriderelectric.com or Roughrider Electric Cooperative, Inc., Attn: Human Resources, 800 Highway Drive, Hazen, ND 58545 before February 15, 2012. Communications/Marketing Specialist The individual will report to the CEO/General Manager. The successful applicant must have excellent verbal and written communications skills, along with an outgoing personality and experience in resolving member inquiries. The Communications/Marketing Specialist position responsibilities will include being the lead person in communications, marketing, public relations, member services, website content management, and event planning. Duties will include but are not limited to providing effective communications and marketing programs for the Cooperative that support our mission, programs and services. This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in communications, public relations, journalism, English, marketing or related discipline, along with strong technical skills in Microsoft Office, InDesign, Photoshop, or other programs that perform these functions. A strong background with skill sets required with a minimum of 7 years work history will be considered in lieu of the formal education requirements. KEM Electric is an electric transmission and distribution cooperative with headquarters in Linton, ND and an outpost in Steele, ND. Linton is located in south central North Dakota, with excellent opportunities for everyone. Our service area covers 3,700 sq miles, in Kidder, Emmons, McIntosh, and Logan counties. KEM Electric offers a competitive wage and benefits package including health insurance, NRECA retirement and 401k, vacation and sick leave. A complete job description can be found on our website: www.kemelectric.com. Please send resume and include three references, along with examples of work done. Materials need to be received by Friday, February 10, 2012 by email to: jknox@kemelectric.com with “Marketing/Communication” as the Subject, or by postal service to: KEM Electric Cooperative, Inc. Line Superintendent The individual selected will report to the CEO/General Manager. Duties will include but are not limited to overseeing the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric transmission and distribution system consisting of approximately 2,395 miles of overhead and 474 miles of underground line, and 122 miles of transmission line. Duties will also include but are not limited to directing the operation’s employees and contractors in a safe and efficient manner, and working with the cooperative’s members. Minimum Qualifications include: An Associate Degree in power-line work with additional specialized training in electric utility operations is preferred. A minimum of ten years electrical distribution experience as a foreman or journeyman lineman. Supervisory experience is preferred. Successful candidate must have the proven ability to effectively communicate with employees and members, be proficient in the use of personal computers, have a valid Driver’s License with CDL endorsement, and live within close proximity of KEM Electric’s headquarters. KEM Electric is an electric transmission and distribution cooperative with headquarters in Linton, ND and an outpost in Steele, ND. Our service area covers 3,700 sq miles, in Kidder, Emmons, McIntosh, and Logan counties. KEM Electric offers a competitive wage and benefits package including health insurance, NRECA retirement and 401k, vacation and sick leave. A complete job description can be found on our website: www.kemelectric.com. Please send resume, and three references by Friday, February 3, 2012 by email to: jknox@kemelectric.com with ‘Line Superintendent’ as the Subject, or by postal service to: KEM Electric Cooperative, Inc. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) GCEA is headquartered in Gunnison, CO and is home to 42 full time employees. This member-owned electric distribution cooperative is located in the mountains of southwest Colorado, 200 miles southwest of Denver and 150 miles east of the Colorado Utah border. Nestled 30 miles west of the Continental Divide in a sprawling valley, the elevation is 7,703. The economic base in the county is primarily tourism and recreation followed by education and Western State College, a 4-year fully accredited institution, and is a historic ranching community. Seventy-eight percent of Gunnison County is public lands where fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, boating, rafting, kayaking, mountain biking and world class skiing are a few of the recreational opportunities. The Gunnison/Crested Butte Regional Airport features the longest single runway in the state and is regularly served by airlines providing regional air transportation. The CEO reports to a seven (7) member board of directors elected from the consumer membership. Together the CEO and the board are responsible for the strategic planning, management, administration and regulation of the cooperative’s business affairs. The cooperative has a branch office in Crested Butte, with outposts in Lake City and Crested Butte. GCEA organized in the State of Colorado in 1938 and is a well-managed financially sound organization. GCEA’s service boundaries encompass portions of Gunnison, Hinsdale and Saguache counties serving over 10,340 consumers on 1,060 miles of 24.9/14.4kV distribution line made up of 466 miles of overhead line and 594 miles of underground cable. Distribution lines are fed from one of four substations that are located near the communities of Lake City, Crested Butte and Gunnison. With over $40M in total utility plant in service, its gross operating revenues were $14.8M in 2010. GCEA contracts with the Tri-State Generation & Transmission Cooperative for its wholesale power. Applicants should possess a broad and in-depth knowledge of electric distribution system management, including the areas of strategic planning, goal setting, long-range planning, and annual work plans in all key areas of operations, financial management, budgeting, wholesale power supply, staffing, human resources, information technology and member relations. A strong commitment to serving the consumer members and the local communities is mandatory. Together the board and the CEO will develop the strategic plans necessary to guide the cooperative in a rapidly changing and increasingly competitive business and wholesale power supply environment. This position requires a candidate adaptable to rapid change, strong interpersonal and people skills, along with excellent communication and team building skills. The successful candidate will have a positive attitude and impeccable work ethic. The desirable candidate will also have experience interacting politically at the local and state level and be willing to have active involvement in local community and industry-related organizations. The candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and a minimum of five years of experience in the electric utility industry at a senior management level. A degree in accounting/finance, engineering/operations, or other business related field, and experience with an electric cooperative is desirable. The cooperative offers an excellent NRECA benefits package and a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please submit a complete package, including cover letter, resume, recent salary history, along with 6 business and 3 personal references, via email, no later than March 31, 2012 to:
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