Consider an Electric Cooperative Career
The search for a purposeful career can begin and end at your local electric cooperative because working toward a greater purpose is at the heart of the co-op business model. Electric co-ops are community-focused organizations that deliver safe, reliable and affordable energy to the consumer-members they serve.
Electric co-ops need a variety of skill sets to develop new technologies and infrastructure, keep the electric grid secure and power the lives and economy of our local communities.
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KEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KEC does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Kansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (KEC), the statewide association for Kansas electric co-ops, seeks an instructor for its Loss Control, Safety and Compliance department. This position plays an important role in promoting best safety practices and safety training initiatives to electric co-ops and their employees with responsibilities in preparing lesson outlines and supporting materials for safety instructions to present to the state’s distribution co-ops, G&T co-ops and other utilities.
Leading by example, this position will demonstrate, inspect, teach and follow-up on the proper use of safety features, materials and products. This position also participates in training schools, state and national meetings that relate to loss prevention and safety while also assisting in regulatory compliance services.
Required qualifications include:
- Current journeyman lineman designation with previous crew foreman experience preferred
- Minimum of five year’s experience as a journeyman lineman with responsibilities related to safety assurance or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge
- First-aid and CPR certification
- Valid drivers’ license
- Able and eager to travel (up to 50%) and meet with cooperative employees across the state; position location within Kansas is negotiable.
KEC offers a competitive benefits package including 401K with match, NRECA pension plan, health and dental, paid vacation and holidays.
If you have a passion for safety and coaching others about best practices, want to join a team of forward-looking professionals, and are looking for an opportunity to grow in your career we urge you to apply by sending your cover letter and resume to careers@kec.org.
Internship Dates: May 20th - August 16th
Reporting Relationship: Chief Information Officer
Office Locations: McLouth & Topeka, Kansas
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Hourly Wage: $19.00
Who We Are: FreeState is the largest rural electric cooperative in Eastern Kansas, with more than 15,000 member-owners. It functions as a democratic, not-for-profit organization. We are controlled by our members who actively participate in setting cooperative policy and making decisions in the best interest of the cooperative. Unlike investor-owned utilities, our profits are returned to our members as capital credits.
FreeState is seeking an Engineering Intern for the summer with the potential to continue through the 2024/25 school year.
Primary Accountability: The Engineer Intern will be responsible for assisting with the design, coordination, overcurrent protection, voltage regulation, load balancing, planning, and troubleshooting of the Cooperative's electric power distribution and transmission system.
Essential Duties:
- Assists the Cooperative with ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable transmission, distribution, and substation design for new construction and modifications to existing facilities.
- Assists Electrical Engineers with maintaining acceptable distribution system voltages and load balancing through assessment, system improvements, and the application of voltage regulators, capacitors, and reactors as necessary.
- Collaborates with Electrical Engineers to conduct system planning studies including load projections and modeling of the distribution system through power flow software analysis.
- Assists the engineering staff with collecting and analyzing field data. Participates in formulating and enforcing policies, standards and specifications.
- Interprets plans, blueprints, safety orders, and government rules and regulations related to planning and engineering activities.
- Assists with Power Quality investigations.
- Assists with load management and peak shaving generators.
- Assists with Distributive Generation processes and analysis.
- Assists with the development and maintenance of transmission and distribution construction standards and specifications.
- Assists with Work Order Inspections to ensure the construction of work orders complies with construction standards and specifications.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by Management.
Qualifications:
- Full-time student pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology is required. Pursuing a degree in electrical engineering is preferred. Student must have completed at least one (1) year of college.
- Experience with the following computer applications is preferred, but not required:
- AutoCad
- Milsoft Windmil (or other power flow analysis software)
- Communication Software (AcSELerator, ProVIEW, Serial/Ethernet Port connection, etc.)
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Intermediate knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, etc.).
- Desire to learn about all aspects of electrical power distribution including but not limited to substations, transmission lines, analysis equipment, metering, communications, SCADA, etc.
- Desire to develop a working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), National Electric Code (NEC), and RUS construction specifications and procedures.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
- Demonstrates effective communication to provide proactive customer service and follow-up skills while maintaining a professional relationship with members and staff.
Electric Distribution Engineer
Midwest Energy, Incl, Hays, KS
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Midwest Energy, Inc., an electric and natural gas utility company, is seeking an entry level or experienced electrical engineer to work in its Hays, Kansas office. Midwest Energy serves 50,000 electric customers. The company has $164 million in total electric utility plant and 11,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines.
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Position involves electric distribution system planning using Misoft Windmil, protective device coordination, distribution and substation design and engineering support for the Operations Department. The position duties include (1) develop, plan, direct, coordinate and control the design, construction and operation of distribution facilities and support the system control functions so as to provide efficient, safe and reliable system operations; (2) support of the Outage Management System (OMS), (3) provide line and substation design engineering and construction support; and (4) investigate emerging developments in reliability and distribution technology.
EDUCATION:
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, with preference for power system-related studies. Experience in electric distribution system engineering is helpful but not required. Consideration will be given for related experience.
EXPERIENCE:
Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply, and related experience is not required. However, applicable experience includes all phases of electrical design, construction and maintenance with special emphasis in one or more of the following areas: distribution system planning and analysis, protection system coordination, line and substation design. Experience should include use of distribution analysis programs such as Milsoft or CYME or related electric utility experience. Professional registration, or the ability to become registered in the State of Kansas within 4 years is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
This is an excellent opportunity to grow in an electrical engineering position with a solid organization that can provide a broad spectrum of experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Primary working conditions are office based. Must be able to sit and work at a computer for extended time periods. Field work is also required to gather information, inspect distribution facilities, monitor construction and maintenance activities, and assist in storm damage assessment and repair. Occasional work outside of normal business hours required.
Posting Close Date: May 9, 2024
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, visit the link below:
https://mwenergy.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/eb5551ca-61d6-c5c5-53c6-b2ca79bfed4a/apply?source=3029581-CS-43756
Or visit our company career site:
Careers | Midwest Energy (mwenergy.com)
Norris Public Power District is accepting applications for an apprentice/journeyman lineman.
This position is located at the Roca, Nebraska location.
The Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman will perform the work required in the construction of distribution lines, transmission lines, services, and substations of the District as well as assist in the operations, maintenance and repair of lines, substations, and facilities as required.
Qualified applicants will have an Associate’s Degree in Utility Line and have the ability to maintain a valid Nebraska commercial driver’s license. Qualified applicants will be proficient in operating a chainsaw, brush chippers, aerial basket trucks and other equipment necessary to perform the duties of the position. They will have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
Interested applicants should submit their resume with work experience to:
Norris Public Power District
Attn: Jamie Niederklein
P.O. Box 399
Beatrice, NE 68310
hr@norrispower.com
This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground power distribution and sub-transmission lines within the scope of his/her training and certification and must perform these tasks in a safe and efficient manner and within the operating standards of the District.
Operations
- Observes and practices all safety policies and bulletins.
- Participates in training and safety meetings.
- Follows District policies and procedures and seeks input when information is unclear, inadequate, or requires interpretation.
- Completes any necessary paperwork accurately and timely for office operations.
- Operates and maintains District vehicles and equipment in a safe manner.
- Cuts right-of-way, trims trees, sprays, and chips brush to maintain the District's distribution system.
- Loads and unloads material and equipment and sees that line trucks are kept stocked with sufficient inventory of supplies to make emergency repairs.
- Operates radio communications equipment, abiding by the Federal Communications Commission's Rules & Regulations.
- Read meters and collect bills as directed.
- Provide On-Call assistance as directed.
- Assist Journeymen Lineman and Foremen as directed.
- Promote and maintain good customer relations.
- Protect the District's and the customer's property when carrying out assignments.
Job Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with all District employees and customers.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
- Proficient with operating chain saws, brush chippers, aerial basket trucks and other equipment that are necessary to perform the duties of the position.
- Comprehend maps, service orders and job orders.
- Must be reliable and able to work independently.
- Understand, speak, and write the English language.
- Maintain a valid Nebraska commercial driver's license (Class "A") and the dexterity to operate a motor vehicle.
- Must meet residency requirements as outlined in the IBEW contract.
- Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Education and Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Utility Line or a minimum of 2 years experience as a ground-man or other relevant work experience.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 25% of the time.
- Primarily outside work that is subject to severe weather conditions and irregular hours for emergencies.
- Constantly working in uneven surfaces and carrying equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds across field work with occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds.
- Must be capable of traversinq lonq distances.
- Constantly positions self to operate equipment.
- Must be capable of ascending and descending wood poles and working aloft.
- Constantly bending, stooping, squatting, balancing, pushing and pulling.
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed for individuals with this job title. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Norris Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity will be extended to all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic disposition, past or present military service, gender identity, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions are based on education, qualifications, and experience.
The electrical engineer will perform professional engineering work to evaluate and recommend distribution planning practices and procedures for Prairie Land and its members. The position will provide support to achieve the lowest cost and most reliable and environmentally sound electric distribution possible.
Applications can be sent to akarnopp@ple.coop
Interested individuals can review and apply for the Journeyman Lineman position at Belleville here: https://rollinghills.coop/form/journeyman-lineman-application-b.
Review all open positions by visiting the career page at https://rollinghills.coop/careers.
Interested individuals can review and apply for the Journeyman Lineman position at Beloit here: https://www.rollinghills.coop/form/journeyman-lineman.
Review all open positions by visiting the career page at https://rollinghills.coop/careers.
Interested individuals can review and apply for the Administrative Assistant position here: Position Description (taleo.net)
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Coal and Material Handler Supervisor position here:https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=857
Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.
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This position is open for an Engine Operator Technician I ($44.06) or Engine Operator Technician II ($46.66). Placement at a level II will be considered if the applicant has prior power generation experience.
Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.
Interested individuals can review and apply for the Generation Engineer I or II position here: https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh04/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=SEPC&cws=37&rid=837
Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.
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Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.
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Applicants can review all the open positions by visiting Sunflower's career page at https://www.sunflower.net/careers/ and select Job Opportunities.
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Do you enjoy working outside? Wheatland Electric is looking for a safety minded individual to work mostly outside as an Apprentice or Journeyman Lineworker. This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, and a valid Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and CDL Physical Card for operating commercial vehicles. This position provides on-the-job training for the safe and efficient construction, replacement, operations, and maintenance of Wheatland's electrical system. Apprentice or Journey Lineworker must be able to climb poles, perform pole top rescue, lift heavy objects, and be able to work in weather extremes. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and be detail oriented. Nights, weekends, or holidays may be required. Successful applicant will be working with the public and employees and will be required to live within the Tribune service area. To view a full job description and apply for this position, please visit our website at https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/weci/jobs/3271887-673489.
Finalist will be required to successfully pass a post-offer/pre-employment drug test, background check, and driver's license check.
We offer competitive wages and excellent benefits.
Wheatland's apprenticeship program is approved for G.I. Benefits.
Wheatland is an Equal Opportunity Employer