Salary: $64.03 per hour Application Deadline: Until filled
Big Bend Electric Cooperative Inc. is seeking a Journeyman Meterman for our Mesa, WA location. Mesa is located approximately 30 miles north of Pasco, WA (Tri-Cities).
Journeymen Linemen: don’t have your meterman certification? No problem, meterman apprenticeship training and certification will be provided for the right candidate.
Come join our co-op utility where our employees enjoy a four-day workweek, generous benefits package and a team atmosphere!
Job Description
Responsible for work related to the wiring, construction, operation, inspection, testing, and maintenance of metering and protection systems, and SCADA equipment.
Install, test, repair and maintain all types, sizes and voltages of meters.
Perform meter shop activities including operating all test equipment, programming, software interface with electronic meters and meter database support.
Maintain the meter stock.
Investigates and resolves member metering and power quality issues and complaints.
Works in conjunction with the Substation Wireman, to load and test device settings, troubleshoot devices and wiring, and equipment issues. Troubleshoot device and equipment malfunctions, and test reclosers and voltage regulators before installation in the field.
Works with Manager of Engineering to assist in the inspection of new substation construction, especially as it relates to protective device wiring, meter wiring, BPA metering, etc.
Full job description available on our website www.bbec.org
Requirements
Certified Journeyman Lineman
High School diploma or GED
Position must also complete a certified and acceptable Journeyman Meterman apprenticeship program (if you don’t already possess a Journeyman Meterman certification).
Must possess a valid driver’s license with CDL Class A
First aid and CPR certification
Additional consideration will be given for evidence of successful completion of technical or trade school coursework in a journeyman lineman continuing education program
Benefits
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401K with employer match, pension retirement plan, generous personal leave accrual, phone and FR clothing stipend.
Pre-employment screening
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical, background check and drug test.
Submit Application and Resume to:
Mark Hay, P.E.
Manager of Engineering
Big Bend Electric Cooperative
PO Box 348
Ritzville WA 99169
Email: mhay@bbec.org
Phone: (509) 659-1700
