Tech II- Trans. & Constr.
Req Id: 1036
Job Function: Operations
Location:
Little Rock, Arkansas, US, 72209 Better Connected, Together: Employees Power Our Mission At Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI), our diverse, dedicated team powers a shared mission: to deliver electricity that is reliable, affordable and responsible. Better connected, together with Arkansas' electric distribution cooperatives — we provide wholesale power and essential services that improve quality of life across the state, serving more than 1.2 million members and the communities they call home. Our Employees are the Driving Force Behind Everything We DoWe believe in supporting, valuing, and investing in our people — because when our team thrives, our mission succeeds. If you're looking for meaningful work, a strong sense of purpose, and a place where your contributions truly matter, we invite you to consider joining us. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITIONProvides the technical skills and abilities required to give AECC a soundly constructed, reliable power delivery system.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Technician Apprentice
Participates in the installation, maintenance, and testing programs for AECC's or Member Cooperatives' substations, transmission lines, and delivery points. Under direct supervision, reads and documents substation data. Visually inspect equipment at each meter location and report problems. Maintains and uses test equipment and tools used for testing, construction and maintenance. Under direct supervision, performs tests on AECC's or member cooperatives' system using AECC's test equipment and procedures. Under direct supervision assembles, installs, tests, calibrates and maintains meters, relays, communication, control, stored energy, lighting, climate control, transformers, switches, breakers, regulators, communications equipment, transmission lines, and associated systems. Assists with the inspection, use and maintenance of AECC's mobile substations. Assists other AECC personnel, AECI personnel, and Member Cooperatives' personnel, upon request, with tasks relating to this area of responsibility and assists them in the performance of their duties in times of need. Participates in safety meetings, tailboard safety session and implements safety in the work area. Participates in coordinating the installation of parts and supplies used for construction and maintenance. The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job. Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
CONT'DTecnhician I - IIActs as AECC's on site representative to oversee the construction, testing and repair of AECC's capital substation and transmission construction and maintenance projects. Inspects wiring, electrical circuits, foundations, steel, power equipment and other construction assembly units during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, and conformance to specifications and codes. Has knowledge of test equipment and tools used for construction, operations, testing and maintenance of substation equipment including breakers, transformers, regulators, switches and transmission lines. Measures dimensions and verifies level, alignment, or elevation of structures or fixtures to ensure compliance to building plans and codes. Maintains daily logs and supplement inspection records to track construction/contractor progress, weather delays, and other pertinent information relevant to construction contracts. Reviews and interprets plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to AECC construction specifications, legal requirements and safety standards. Instructs and trains technician helpers on technical, operational and safety standards. Assists with safety meetings on a monthly basis, including technical topics. Implements safety in the work area. Has thorough knowledge of OSHA Construction industry safety standards, as well as AECC safety standards. Ensures that safety requirements are adhered to on assigned construction projects. Tracks all field revisions and mark ups to assist with record updating process and "As Built" drafting record drawings. Performs directed switching with written switching orders. Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job. The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position. Uses EAMS to track work requests, work orders, requisitions, time cards, etc. Performs any other related duties as required or assigned. Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Technician Apprentice -High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technician I - High School Diploma or GED, plus 3 years related experience and/or training. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technician II - Associate Degree in Electronics, Civil/Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent, plus at least 3 years related experience and/or training, Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSTechnician Apprentice:
Valid driver's license.
Must be able to obtain Class A CDL within 12 months of employment.
EEI Position Testing will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Technician IValid driver's license.
Must be able to obtain Class A CDL within 12 months of employment.
EEI Position Testing will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Technician IICDL license requiredACI Concrete Field Testing Technician (or ability to obtain within 12 months)OSHA #510 - 30 HR Construction Industry Card (or ability to obtain within 3 months)EEI Position Testing will be conducted as part of the selection process.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSTechnician Apprentice:- Associate degree in electronics or electrical engineering technology.
- Apprentice experience working for journeyman electrician, industrial electrician, or master electrician.
- Technician IAssociate Degree in Electronics, Civil/Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.
- Journeyman Electrician License or Master Electrician License is also desirable.
- CDL license preferredACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician license preferred
- Technician IIJourneyman Electrician License or Master Electrician License.
- ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSThe following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously exposed to outdoor weather conditions; regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock; frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; and occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, wet or humid conditions, vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIESThe following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Moderate diversity, moderately physical. Work activities which allow for a moderate amount of diversity in the performance of tasks which requires somewhat diversified physical demands of the employee.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear; and frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally required to climb or balance, taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Technician Apprentice
In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes. Must Complete Apprentice I QUAL Card within twelve months of employment. Technician IKeeps supervisor informed at all times of matters important to the cooperative, particularly when member cooperatives or other power suppliers are involved. In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes. Successful completion of prescribed NLC course lessons in Power Delivery Department training program or other prescribed training program as required. Technician IIMust have knowledge of substation equipment including: relays and control circuits, power equipment, metering and communications, substation/ transmission line construction. Ability to correctly identify and understand the operation of all equipment in substations and participate in construction projects without supervision. In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes. Successful completion of prescribed NLC course lessons in Power Delivery Department training program or other prescribed training program as required. M ust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Why Join Us?
We invest in our employees with competitive pay, meaningful work, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and future:100% Company Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan 401(k) with 3% Dollar-for Dollar Company MatchHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance9 Paid holidays2 Floating holidays Educational assistance Paid time off Short-term disability Long-term disability Free & confidential Employee Assistance ProgramEEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLEDShould you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email. Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor. Nearest Major Market: Little Rock
