Warren County REMC Journeyman Line worker

  • Full-time

Company Description

WARREN CO REMC is a not-for-profit electric distribution, member-owned, non- union cooperative. The cooperative serves five counties including parts of Benton, Fountain, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, and Warren with over 1,045 miles of energized lines and 4,938 meters serving 3,848 members.

 

Warren Co. REMC is located in Williamsport, IN on the western side of the state situated between the Wabash River and the Illinois state line. Williamsport is home to Fall Creek Gorge Nature Preserve, one of the most scenic areas in West Central Indiana. Purdue University, Mackey Arena, Ross-Ade Stadium, and The Lily Nature Center in nearby West Lafayette, are a short 30-mile drive. The quality of life, attractive cost of living, rural setting and convenient location to cultural and shopping centers makes Williamsport one of Indiana's best kept secrets.

Job Description

• Works safely while preforming new construction and maintenance of energized/de-energized work.

• Install single and three phase overhead and underground transformers.

• Install security lights, regulators, capacitors and protective line equipment.

• Frequently works with or near energized lines (normally in voltage classes of 7.2KV to 12.47KV)

• Operation of fuses, switches and sectionalizing equipment in distribution systems.

• Perform substation maintenance and switching procedures.

• Follow industry accepted best practices for installation and maintenance of underground and overhead power lines.

• Support power restoration duties after an outage.  Trouble shoot problems in primary and secondary systems.

• Complete service orders required for the position.

• Consistent availability for on-call duties as requested.

• Properly maintain and show care for essential job-related equipment.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Qualified applicant must have a valid Indiana CDL driver's license, high school diploma or equivalent.

• Candidate must have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program by the U.S. Department of Labor.

• CPR and First Aid certified.

• Basic mathematical abilities.

• Team – Oriented.

• Applicant must pass a pre-employment drug test Work Environment/Physical Demands:

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practice in line construction service, operation and maintenance requirements of an electric distribution system.

• Working knowledge of the operations, maintenance and repair of switching and sectionalizing equipment.

• Working knowledge of the installation of transformers, wiring of transformer banks, regulators, capacitors and other electrical equipment

• Working knowledge of RUS specifications, National Electric Code and National Electric Safety Code; also, state and county electrical requirements.

• Good interpersonal communication skills to work closely with members and other employees.

• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding sensitive member information, such as disconnections for non-payment.

• Ability to follow directions of supervisor and senior members of the team.

• Position involves outside work in all kinds of weather, some heavy lifting, occasional overtime and overnight travel.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from the waist height unassisted.

• Ability to make informed decisions efficiently and effectively.

• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage tasks and time effectively.  Ability to consistently meet deadlines.

• Candidate must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate the mechanical and physical ability to perform the work.

Additional Information

Compensation will be hourly pay based on experience.  Warren Co REMC offers excellent benefits including a pension plan, 401(k) savings, healthcare, HSA with an employer contribution, vison, dental and L.T.D.  Joining the co-op family will prove to be a welcoming, friendly experience where employees are focused on providing the best service to all members. Join this unique, not-for-profit business that truly values employees and encourages life-long learning and development.  If you have the experience and abilities needed to be successful in this position, and you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

If you are Interested in this great opportunity and meet the qualifications above,

Apply online at Warren Co. REMC https://www.wcremc.com/employment-opportunities or Mail resume to Warren Co. REMC

c/o: Cory Reynolds

15 Midway St. 

Williamsport, IN 47993