Open Positions

First Class Lineman

The First Class Lineman is responsible for providing service, line construction and maintenance of the Cooperative’s distribution system; to train in the construction, operation and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution facilities. Performs electrical installation and maintenance activities and makes decisions at the job site as to wiring methods and materials to complete the job in compliance with state and national electrical codes and to the member's satisfaction. Provides effective and efficient advice, assistance, and service to the members and consumers to assist them in achieving a safe and efficient electrical operating system. Informs the Manager of Customer Electrical Services of conditions which are unsafe or prevent the proper operation of completed installations so that the Cooperative can assist consumers in correcting hazardous conditions. Prepares time and material reports as required to allow for proper billing. Maintains, accounts for and reconciles material inventories for assigned jobs to help assure that proper materials inventories are available as needed. Makes frequent checks of tools and protective equipment and attends and participates in safety meetings to become aware of safety rules and regulations and to help assure that safe working practices are followed and a safe working environment exists for the individual, fellow employees and consumers. Keeps fully informed of established state and national electrical codes and keeps up to date on required testing and licensing to assure that the Cooperative is meeting the necessary regulations and requirements. In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the Manager of Customer Electrical Services to perform other duties from time to time. Has working knowledge and is accountable for adhering to the bucket/digger and PPE weight limitations. Four years of experience as an Apprentice Electrician required. An additional two years of experience in electrical wiring may be substituted for vocational/technical education. 

Customer Service Representative

Under the direction of the Manager of Network Operations, the Customer Service Representative will provide accurate and timely data entry required for data processing and computer operations; perform analysis, interpretation and collection of consumer accounts and to effectively communicate the results to consumers for Infinium powered by Victoria Electric Cooperative acting within the limits of approved board policies, operating guides, procedures and decision making authority. The Customer Service Representative will also assist in planning, developing and administering a comprehensive customer service program which facilitates growth in the system that is beneficial to the customers. This includes assisting with strategic and tactical planning in order to position Infinium as a competitive provider of broadband internet services.  Telecommunication/Dispatcher experience preferred.

Accounting Specialist

The Accounting Specialist will perform a variety of financial, administrative and clerical tasks as an integral member of the Financial Services team. The ideal candidate’s principal responsibilities will include performing the basic accounting functions of the cooperative, including assisting in the preparation of journal entries, completion of the monthly and annual financial statements and coordinating with various departments on the performance of any needed accounting activities to ensure accuracy of financial reporting. As part of the team, it will also be expected that a thorough analysis of the general ledger and bank account reconciliation be completed in a timely manner. Other miscellaneous tasks completed quarterly and annually consist of capital and operating budget analysis, financial statement audit information requests and inventory price testing to confirm inventory values, vendor pricing and compliance with purchasing policy. Successful Accounting Specialists will have a combination of social and technical skills including critical thinking, attention to detail, organization, professionalism and have the ability to express oneself orally, in writing and must work well as part of a team. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree focused on finance or accounting along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Products. Preferred experience for the ideal candidate involves knowledge of the operations of a rural electric cooperative, accounts payable, accounts receivable, maintaining accurate general ledgers and applicable financial, administrative and regulatory standards, rules and regulations that control the operations.  

AMI Technician

Provides field support of the Cooperative’s automated meter infrastructure system. Trains under direct supervision for the following: installs, removals, repairs, programming and testing of AMI meters. Expected to learn the AMI Technician job through on-the-job training provided by the Cooperative. Called out for outages. 

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