Foreman - Transmission line II bei Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) / Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI)
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) / Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI) · Higden, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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- Optionales Büro in Higden
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understands and follows safety rules, company policies and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the general public.
- Supervises the construction, inspection, maintenance, testing, and repair of overhead and underground transmission lines, fiberoptic lines, substations and high voltage electrical systems.
- Establishes priorities and supervises line crew activities including scheduling and execution of work plan Interprets construction plans and specifications of work to be performed and inspects work to ensure compliance; supplies general foreman with information on material needs on a timely basis
- Coordinates with transmission engineers on design, maintenance and replacements to the transmission system. Oversees all aspects of line inspection program by line crews.
- Contributes to safe operation by developing documented work practices, reviewing and enforcing safety protocols, performing job safety observations, overseeing truck and tool inspections and replacement of equipment and tools to ensure a safe work environment.
- Is familiar with plan and profile drawings and other project documents to accurately build projects according to specifications.
- Prepares daily reports and field logs within department’s ERP software to track project details, equipment items, etc. Assists in monthly billing preparation, as needed.
- Respond to Emergency and other call-out situations as required
- Develops Emergency Action Plan for major events on the power system. Coordinates work activities with Dispatching. Coordinates restoration activities when emergencies occur to restore service in a safe and efficient manner.
- Completes and maintains all paperwork for crew activity such as: time sheets, staking sheets, and trouble orders.
- Climbs wood and steel transmission structures to extreme heights and handles high voltage.
- Handles Supervisory responsibilities of assigned crew members in accordance with HR guidelines. Responsibilities include performance management of personnel, periodic evaluations, sustaining accountability within the crew, and PTO/Timesheet approvals.
- The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position
- Performs any other related duties as required for the effective and efficient operation of the Construction Department.
- 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or equivalent
10 + years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Class A CDL with no automatic transmission restriction; Proper tools are required and must be obtained within 30 days. Employees are required to wear work boots with a hardened toe, differentiated heel, and leather uppers. Boots must comply with ASTM Standard for Protective Footwear – ASTM F2413. As a condition of employment, this position requires a valid driver’s license, post-offer fit for duty physical, pre-employment drug test, and must be able to pass DOT physical.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPR and first aid training preferred.
NCCO Crane Operator Certification
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The 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 regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions; frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, risk of electrical shock; and occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Outside or inside working environment, wherein there are potentially hazardous working conditions and life-threatening situations exist (fire, chemicals, electrical sources, heights, etc.) part of the time.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
Physical activities described below are a general representation of those that must be met by an employee to successfully complete the post offer fitness for duty physical. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations. A full and complete functional job description is available in a supplemental document.
Highly repetitive and physical type work which requires the concentrated and non-diversified physical demands of the employee.
BENEFITS
- Four-Day Work Week (4/10 Schedule)
- Per Diem
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- Educational assistance
- Paid Time Off
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
Should 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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the state of Arkansas and stay overnight as required to complete work assignments. Must be able to work extra hours when necessary and report to work whenever needed during non-scheduled working periods. During storm season, in and out of state storm recovery work is required.
Must have working knowledge of REA plans and specifications for distribution and transmission and electric system key location maps. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and at excessive heights and be able to perform routine maintenance on crew vehicles. Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Training.
In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes.
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