Open Positions

Operational Compliance Administrator

The Operational Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Cooperative adheres to external regulations, internal policies, and procedures. The position manager the implementation of all aspects of risk functions including process audits, evaluation of internal and external control structures and procedures, and implementation of processes, software, tools, and systems identify, assess, measure, manage, monitor, and report risks. 

Mechanic

The role involves providing effective maintenance and repair for transportation and line-related equipment. The primary responsibilities include performing periodic maintenance on vehicles and equipment, conducting repairs, managing parts inventory, maintaining records of vehicle maintenance, and ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation inspections. 

Apprentice Lineman

The Apprentice Lineman is responsible for building, maintaining and repairing overhead and underground power distribution lines within the scope of training and certification. All work must be done in a safe and efficient manager and within the accepted operations standards. The position will prepare vehicles for construction or maintenance projects which may include fueling, loading poles, stocking materials and supplies, inspecting machinery and equipment. Also perform all inspection for preventive maintenance on bucket truck and digger as needed. Will be required to drive and operate bucket truck, digger, trencher, forklift and skid loader to frame and set poles, lay wire, tie wire, connect and disconnect services and tree trimming. Will take direction from a senior apprentice to construct and maintain power lines within the scope of training and certification. Climbing poles of all types and performing jobs is a requirement. The ideal candidate cannot be scared of heights and will be required work in inclement weather and varied temperatures when necessary. HSD or equivalent is required. Will consider prior experience and education from the VEC line worker certification school at Victoria College. Prefer 2 year associate degree specializing in line work from a technical college. Valid Drivers License required, CDL preferred or ability to to obtain CDL. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. with frequent physical activity. Visual color discrimination is required to differentiate wire and part colors. 

Safety Coordinator

This position is responsible for effectively managing the safety and loss control program for Victoria Electric Cooperative, LLC, Infinium Broadband and any utilities contracted with VEC. It will include planning, developing and implementing the programs and procedures necessary to meet the Cooperative’s compliance and safety needs.  Provides for training on the aforementioned and maintains a safe work environment for the Cooperative employees employed by the Cooperative and the general public. Ensures that the Cooperative meets the current compliance requirements on all federal, state, and local levels including, but not limited to the following areas to include Environmental Regulations, OSHA Regulations, Civil Regulations, Utility Regulations, Victoria Electric Cooperative Safety Manual (APPA),Texas Department of Transportation, Other regulations as may be required by law. High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Occupational Safety preferred. Will consider combination of education, training and certifications in lieu of degree. Must have ten years of verifiable field experience in the electrical utility industry.  Experience at management level will be given favorable consideration.

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