Job Description

To manage and direct the safe and proper construction of transmission and distribution power lines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise the construction and maintenance of the distribution and transmission facilities of RGEC in conformity with established standards and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Specifications
• Must be able to issue clear directions to construction crew and effectively manage daily workload and schedules
• Ensure all jobs are completed in accordance with corporate specifications and timeframe
• Ensures consistent information regarding direction of line feed, location of reclosing, and switching devices
• Receive clearance and issue instructions to energize or de-energize lines and determine compliance with all safety precautions and regulations, when opening and closing energized lines
• Able to work with contractors and establish a professional relationship to deliver projects within deadline
• Required to be on the construction site constantly in order to ensure set standards are adhered
• Attend meetings with respective department(s) and contractors
• Coordinate and communicate with warehouse coordinators on documented Material Charge Outs, Returns, and Transfers
• Ensure direct supervision and documentation of material transfer to contractors during reviewing, framing, and construction of RUS assemblies, as required
• Develop and promote the required adherence to all established safety rules, regulations, and practices
• Perform other jobs as directed
• Learn and comply with Cooperative’s safety rules and procedures
• Maintain confidential information

Working Conditions

• To ensure all employees are provided with drug free and alcohol-free working conditions, pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and random drug and alcohol tests are conducted on all employees
• Subject to irregular hours, which may include nights, holidays and weekends
• Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions, such as extreme heat, cold, high winds or stormy conditions
• Subject to travel, including multiple overnight stay(s)
• Requires lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying of various weights
• Sitting/standing/ walking for extended periods of time

Job Related Qualifications

• 15 years’ experience in electrical distribution and transmission facilities preferred
• Specialized training in maintenance and construction of overhead and underground power lines
• Must be able to read staking sheets and order materials for projects, as required
• Experience includes all phases of construction, maintenance, and system operation
• Two-year management/supervisory experience desired
• Must become familiar with various software applications (i.e. NISC-iVUE software including AppSuite, work order workflow, etc.)
• Must possess knowledge of RUS Materials and Specifications for Line Construction, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations
• Possess a valid Texas drivers’ license
• Insurable with the Cooperative’s auto insurance carrier
• Possess oral and written communication skills in the English language
• Possess good interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain a harmonious working relationship with all Cooperative employees
• Must be or become certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation