Employment Opportunities
Barrow Utilities & Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Utqiagvik, Alaska
The Board of Directors for Barrow Utilities & Electric Cooperative, Inc. (BUECI) is seeking competent and enthusiastic candidates to succeed the current General Manager (GM) who will retire next spring. BUECI has retained NRECA’s Executive Search Group to facilitate the search process.
Barrow Utilities & Electric Cooperative is a member-owned cooperative serving the city of Utqiavik, Alaska (also known as Barrow). It is the largest city, and the borough seat, for the North Slope Borough. BUECI employs 70 professionals serving approximately 2,050 consumer-members who are predominantly subsistence hunters and whalers. In addition to electric service, BUECI provides a comprehensive range of services that include water distribution, waste water treatment, and natural gas distribution. The Cooperative’s annual revenue is nearly $27 million with total utility plant of $61.5 million. All of the Cooperative’s consumer-members are located in the North Slope Borough with 75% of electricity sales from commercial customers, and 25% from residential. Natural gas distribution is 68% commercial and 32% residential. Commercial customers include natural gas facilities, Ilisagvik College, and a full range of community facilities (e.g., schools, hospital, municipal infrastructure, etc.). BUECI generates all of its wholesale power with natural gas generation; acquiring fuel from local resources. The Cooperative is a member of the Alaska Power Association, NRECA, CFC, American Public Gas Association, American Water Works Association, and Northwest Public Power Association. Because of the diverse services provided, the position of GM with BUECI is a rare and rewarding opportunity.
Successful candidates must have a minimum of seven (7) years utility experience, preferably within the rural utility program, and at least five (5) years of leadership experience in a senior management position. A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field is preferred. Candidates must have broad utility management experience in fields including electric and natural gas generation and distribution, water distribution, and waste water treatment. Knowledge and background that includes such areas as operations and safety, finance, strategic planning, team building, and member communications is important. The successful candidate will be a person of integrity and have excellent people and communications skills, proven leadership ability, a strong commitment to “Cooperative Principles” and demonstrate “Inupiat Values.”
Utqiagvik, Alaska is located 320 miles north of the Arctic Circle and is the northernmost city in the United States. Though the community is not accessible by ground transportation, Alaska Airlines provides reliable and affordable daily 737 service to Anchorage, 725 air-miles south. Utqiagvik is a thriving, close-knit, inclusive, and welcoming community with a population of 4,500. It has a very proud native cultural heritage that dates back several hundred years. Throughout the year there are many community festivals that celebrate that heritage, including: Messenger Festival, Spring Festival, Blanket Toss Celebration, Christmas Games, and several more activities. The North Slope Borough School District supports and elementary school, middle school, and high school that are all located in Utqiagvik. In addition, Ilisagvik College offers associate degrees in a wide range of fields, including indigenous studies. The college also offers a bachelor’s degree in business management. Residents will tell you it’s a great place to live. In addition to the opportunities to enjoy cultural events, there is an abundance of outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and more. Utqiagvik is truly a unique community that offers activities that appeal to most peoples’ interests.
Barrow Utilities & Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers an excellent retirement plan through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, competitive benefit programs that include air travel allowances, and a very competitive salary commensurate with qualifications. Anyone interested in this position should direct their inquiry to NRECA Executive Search and submit the following electronically: 1) Cover Letter, 2) two to three-page resume, and 3) at least three professional references and/or letters of recommendation. Applications must be received by December 4, 2020 and submitted via the NRECA Executive Search Career page at https://www.electric.coop/our-organization/careers/ . If you have any questions, please contact:
Rick Crinklaw, NRECA Executive Search
Rick.Crinklaw-contractor@nreca.coop
(541) 954-4174
All replies are confidential
| Position – Status | CONTRACT PROGRAM MANAGER – RFT |
| Who can apply? | For All MEA Employees & The General Public |
| Posting Date | September 10, 2020 |
| Closing Date | Open Until Filled |
| Department | Procurement & Warehouse |
| Salary | $72,485 Min DOE |
| Grade | 9 |
| Req No | 461-355 |
| Union Representation | N/A |
| Hours of Work | 8AM-5PM |
| Work Location | Palmer, AK |
PURPOSE
The Contract Program Manager is responsible for the management, administration, and metrics reporting of the Association’s contracts.
The position serves as the principal administrator of the Association’s contract program and works closely with other stakeholders and contract relationship owners to ensure the proper administration, from execution to close-out, of all Association contracts.
This position also provides direct support for various procurement activities and may act as the Procurement and Warehouse Manager when necessary.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Qualified candidates are required to have:
- A bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field or equivalent relevant progressive experience.
- At least five (5) years of relevant progressive experience with corporate-level contract processing or management.
- Preference given to candidates with:
- Management experience in procurement and or contracting.
- Current Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) Certification
MEA requires a post offer substance abuse test. Any positive test result or refusal to consent will disqualify an applicant from employment.
MEA is an equal opportunity employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Individuals with disabilities who wish to apply and who require reasonable accommodations to participate in any portion of the application or interview process should advise MEA in advance.
If interested, apply at www.mea.coop by the closing date. For questions and/or comments please call 907-761-9218.
MEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled.
Director of Operations
Glennallen or Valdez District
Copper Valley Electric Association (Glennallen, Alaska) is accepting applications for the position of Director of Operations.
Requirements
• Area domicile in Glennallen or Valdez, Alaska
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, an Alaska Driver’s License
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• 10 years progressively responsible experience in the electric utility industry and system operations experience with an electric utility, and the ability to work well and communicate with the general public
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of transmission and distribution systems associated with the operations of a rural electric cooperative to include construction and maintenance experience
The Director of Operationswill report to the Chief Executive Officer. As with all positions at CVEA, there will be a six-month probationary period for the successful applicant. CVEA offers competitive compensation and an excellent comprehensive benefit program.
A detailed application packet is available at CVEA.org > About Us > Careers. Application deadline is 6 p.m., October 31, 2020. CVEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Please contact Lindsay Malone, Office Manager, at 907-822-8305, fax 907-822-5586, or e-mail jobs@cvea.org with questions.
Valdez District
Copper Valley Electric Association (Glennallen, Alaska) is accepting applications for the position of Journeyman Lineman in the Valdez District.
Requirements
• Area domicile in Valdez, Alaska
• Must possess an Alaska Certificate of Fitness, or obtain within 45 days of reporting for duty
• Must possess a Class A CDL and a safe driving record, or obtain the CDL within 15 days of reporting for duty
• Must have a current First Aid/CPR certification as well as be updated on federal annual training requirements
• Physical examination, including required drug and alcohol screening, which releases the successful applicant to perform the essential functions of the Journeyman Lineman position
The Journeyman Lineman will report to the Valdez Line Foreman. As with all positions at CVEA, there will be a six-month probationary period for the successful applicant. CVEA offers competitive compensation in accordance with the IBEW Local 1547 contract and an excellent comprehensive benefit program.
A detailed application packet is available at CVEA.org > About Us > Careers. Application deadline is 6 p.m., September 30, 2020.
CVEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Please contact Lindsay Malone, Office Manager, at 907-822-8305, fax 907-822-5586, or e-mail jobs@cvea.org with questions.
Requirements include but are not limited to: Experience working on energized overhead and underground construction, operation and maintenance in transmission, substation and distribution systems. Applicants must have or be able to obtain a valid Alaska CDL driver’s license, provide and maintain an insurable driving record and have a current First Aid/CPR certification. Applicants must be a high school graduate or have a GED. Applicants must have completed an apprentice lineman program and have a current Journeyman Lineman card. Applicants must be available for emergency call outs and overtime as required.
Naknek Electric Association is located in the Southwest region of Alaska which is home to the largest commercial wild sockeye salmon fishery in the world and unparalleled sports fishing and hunting. Our surrounding landscape is known for its abundant fish and wildlife, including salmon, bear, moose, caribou, walrus and whales. The Bristol Bay region has a rich rural history and culture, and also host five national parks and wildlife refuges and several designated wilderness areas.
Application packets may be emailed or faxed upon request and can also be picked up at the NEA office in Naknek, Alaska. To request an application packet or for further information please call: Dianne King , General Manager at 907-246-4261, or e-mail DianneK@naknekelectric.com.
With over 100 years of combined experience providing electrical services to the citizens of Sitka, Alaska, long-time friends who have worked at the Utility are on their way to enjoy new adventures. CBS seeks positive, highly self-motivated individuals to join our municipality-owned utility team and individuals with the requisite technical skills and knowledge while also working effectively with a variety of local and state officials, other Sitka employees, and third parties serving the Utility.
Positions for recruitment:
Generation Systems Manager
TD System Manager
General Foreman
Relay/Control Technician
Journey Lineworker
Job applications are also found at www.cityofsitka.com. Call (907) 747-1816 or email hr@cityofsitka.org with any questions or to return applications.
Application Review begin June 8, 2020. Open Until Filled. EOE.
Alaska Center for Energy and Power – Anchorage Project Manager
Apply now Job no: 515056
Classification:Research Professional 3
Grade:Grade 80
Work type:Staff Part-time
Administrative Unit:University of Alaska Fairbanks
School/Business unit:UAF VCR AK Center for Energy&Power
Location: Fairbanks
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Research/Science/Grants
Position Summary:
The Anchorage office of the Alaska Center for Energy and Power (ACEP) at the University of Alaska Fairbanks is recruiting for a Project Manager position to join our dynamic research-oriented team. ACEP offers a flexible and exciting work environment and focuses on innovative, practical, and cost-effective energy solutions for Alaska and Arctic communities. This position provides opportunities to help coordinate data, deliverables, outreach products, and stakeholder relationships for the Solar Technologies Program, the Data Collection & Analysis Program, and emerging electric vehicle research efforts. The successful candidate will work collaboratively, communicate effectively, demonstrate impeccable organizational and time management skills, and help to grow these and other ACEP programs. This position is 3/4 time, 60 hours a pay-period/30 hours per week.
Duties:
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to manage a cohesive research team through technical tasks with minimal supervision. Knowledge of effective project management tools and methods.
Ability to pay strong attention to detail.
Strong research and analytical skills, knowledge of accurate data collection methods, and of standard reporting procedures.
Ability to understand and work within financial constraints of funding parameters.
The ability to understand practical applications of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
The desire for a hands-on problem-solving work environment with a variety of different technologies.
Working knowledge of computer systems and common software such as Excel.
Ability to work autonomously within the context of broader ACEP programs.
Strong writing and communication skills.
Ability to successfully lead the work of others.
Experience handling purchase requests, outreach and coordinating and managing meetings.
Experience in monitoring remote data streams, outage monitoring, solar irradiance and/or meteorological monitoring. A background in science or engineering is preferred.
Required Education and Experience:
Master’s degree and two years research experience at the postgraduate level in a science or energy field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience working with computers and common programs such as Excel.
As a public, regional, comprehensive university, UAF is committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive organization and strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
This position is part-time, 60 hours a pay-period/30 hours per week.
Application Process:
To ensure consideration, please apply prior to the review date.
To apply for this position, please provide a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references with your application. Please submit your application no later than 7/5/2020 at 11:55 PM Alaska Time. The review of this posting will start on 7/6/2020. This posting will be closed once it is filled.
If you need assistance applying to this posting, please contact GI – Office of Human Resources at 907-474-6498.
Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application and screening process should contact the UA Human Resources office at 907-450-8200.
Term Position:
This position is a term-funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.
Affirmative Action Statement:
UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination
Background Check:
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Probationary Period:
Pursuant to University Regulation 04.07.020, new employees of the University are employed in an at-will probationary status for the first six months of employment. During the probationary period, employment may be terminated for no reason or any reason. Promoted employees also serve a probationary period with limited rights of retreat.
Public Disclosure Statement:
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
University of Alaska is a Drug Free Workplace. University of Alaska is a Drug Free Workplace
Training Policy:
It is the policy of the University of Alaska (UA) that all employees are required to complete training to meet the requirements of the positions they hold, and to complete the required training within a specified period to remain employed at the UA.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact GI HR at 907-474-6498.
Advertised: Alaskan Daylight Time
FLSA: NON EXEMPT
Range: 5
Location: Bethel, AK
Schedule: M–F, 8 am – 5 pm
Travel: Less than 10%
Description
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., a generation and distribution utility serving 58 villages in Alaska, is seeking Power Plant Operator for its Bethel, Alaska plant. Prior mechanical skills or knowledge preferred. Must be able to work shiftwork, and willing to be on call as needed. Must be able to read, write and follow basic instruction in the English language at an average adult level or above, and work under minimal supervision.
Education Requirements
High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Other Information
AVEC provides a stellar benefit package and a competitive salary, salary is DOE. Standard pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as well as a background check are required.
Wages: DOE
AVEC is an EOE.
Please complete an AVEC application for consideration. AVEC application can be found at avec.org under jobs.
Accountant
Nushagak Cooperative
Nushagak Cooperative seeks applicants for the position of
Accountant. Minimum qualifications include AA/BS in Accounting. Preferred experience in related subject with a minimum of three years of progressive experience in telephone and/or electric system accounting and/or business related accounting or 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in electric and/or telephone related accounting. Other professional certifications and utility specific training desired.
Salary range- $35.94 – $46.00/hour
A detailed job description and application are available at the Cooperative’s headquarters in Dillingham, our website at www.nushtel.com or at the Alaska Job Center Office. Applicant must pass a pre-employment drug screening. If interested, please submit an application and resume to Human Resources. This position is open until filled.
Gayla Powers
Nushagak Cooperative
P.O. Box 350
Dillingham, AK 99576
Email: gpowers@nushagak.coop
EOE
Duties and Responsibilities
Directs and prepares revenue requirement, cost of service, rate design and related studies to assist the Association in obtaining sufficient revenues to meet operational needs consistent with generally accepted utility practices.
Prepares and presents testimony on revenue requirement, cost of service, rate design, tariff and contract related analyses to appropriate regulatory agencies.
Prepares and directs submittal of routine and non-routine filings, including telecommunications filings, gas transfer prices, fuel and purchased power filings, fees and charges tariff updates, and special rates, services, and contracts with the Regulatory Commission of Alaska (RCA).
Prepares tariff advice letters for revisions to the rates, terms and conditions of service contained in the Association’s operating tariff based on the goals and operating circumstances of the various divisions. Ensures operating tariff is consistent with Alaska Statutes, regulations and operating conditions.
Conducts rate studies to ensure that rate structures are consistent with cost incurrence, management and regulatory directives, and market conditions. Reviews ongoing activity by other divisions and departments and coordinates inclusion of those results into rate filings. Determines appropriate risk premiums associated with alternative pricing structures.
Administers tariffrelated items for PURPA Qualifying Facilities, including buyback rates, standardized interconnection guidelines and integration standards.
Directs the development of financial, energy sales, load research and related databases and models to ensure timely and efficient rate and other analyses in support of filings with the RCA and various Chugach departments.
Prepares rate, revenue requirement and revenue forecasts for Chugach budget and planning purposes. Analyzes revenues from actual, proposed and projected rates. Ensures the provision of rate impact analysis for strategic planning activities.
Oversees monthly fuel and purchased power cost allocations and quarterly fuel surcharge process to ensure cost recovery.
Coordinates investigation and implementation of load management programs.
Administers and maintains wholesale billing process.
Develops and maintains automated system associated with the development of customer load profiles (load research and billing load information) for use by Chugach.
Proposes normalized levels of recoverable expense and plant based on data/information gathered from other departments.
Directs the development of long and short-range goals for rates, tariffs and regulatory actions.
Provides direction on development of capital credit allocation methodology. Calculates annual capital credit allocations to retail and wholesale members.
Identifies critical regulatory developments and recommends action to be taken.
Responsible for on-going maintenance of Chugach’s cost allocation manual in support of unbundling, shared services and regulatory directives.
Prepares cost of service and related studies in support of Chugach’s commercial telecommunication business activities.
Participates in negotiating agreements and special contracts for the sale of electricity and related services.
Coordinates the use of Chugach resources to prepare economic and financial studies that examine impacts of proposed activities.
Manages a load research/load profiling program and alternative and innovative rate investigations as required by the RCA. Conduct rate studies to develop the rate provisions (i.e., wheeling, maintenance, emergency, etc.) of power supply agreements and other special contracts.
Ensures that RCA tariff action meetings and workshops are monitored and acts as a liaison with RCA staff.
Explains the nature, purpose and interpretation of rates and services to Chugach personnel; responds to inquiries from retail and wholesale customers.
Supervises and reviews work completed within the department and where applicable, manages contractor support to the department.
Prepares monthly reports and work lists.
Relationships
Internal
- Director, Regulatory Affairs and Pricing: Reports to, receives direction from, gives and receives information.
- Controller: Obtains/supplies information.
- Director of Engineering Services Division: Coordinates metering and data collection for the Load Research/Load Profiling Program. Assists Division in regulatory matters as required.
- Director of Line Operations and Maintenance Division: Assists the Division in regulatory matters as required.
- Director of Member Services: Ensures that Director is properly interpreting tariffs and rates.
- Director of Information Services: Communicates the information services needs of the Regulatory Affairs Department.
- Director, Member and Commercial Relations: Coordinates database requirements, cost/pricing information and rate design for specific market segments or customers.
- Manager, System Development and Corporate Planning: Coordinates with regarding various aspects of load research and wholesale power agreements and ratemaking.
- General Counsel: Coordinates rate case, tariff administration, and procedural matters before regulatory and governmental agencies.
- Director, Power Control: Coordinates the development of data on the bulk power system and natural gas prices for use in regulatory filings, wholesale billing, forecasts and budget preparation.
External
- RCA Staff: Provides required information and data to staff. Discusses with them the details for filings made with the RCA. Negotiates and reaches stipulations on various actions before the RCA.
- PURPA Qualifying Facilities: Administer tariffrelated matters.
- Community organizations: Informs and negotiates with groups and individuals who intervene in RCA hearings.
- Consultants: Directs rate consultants.
- Wholesale Customers: Provides customer contact.
- Retail Customers: Explains rate and tariff matters as required.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in finance, economics, business, accounting, or a related discipline required. An advanced degree is preferred.
Experience
Seven to ten years of regulatory experience in an electrical utility, energy industry, or other regulated utility or business through which the skills and abilities detailed in the specification have been developed and the incumbent can be presented as a qualified witness in a formal regulatory proceeding. Demonstrated ability to assemble and manage a general rate case and related proceedings filed with the Regulatory Commission of Alaska or similar body, required.
Substitution
Two years of the experience requirement may be satisfied by a relevant advanced degree.
Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Working knowledge of financial, economic and statistical concepts, principles and techniques. Extensive understanding of financial, energy economics, ratemaking theory and practice, particularly the various approaches to revenue requirement, costofservice functionalization, classification and allocation.
- Must have the ability to analyze and solve routine and nonroutine economic, financial and ratemaking problems. Must be detail oriented, exhibit superior analytical abilities, and successfully work in a teamwork environment.
- Knowledge of Alaska Statutes and Administrative Code helpful.
- Creativity and good judgment, in addition to strong technical and communicative skills, are essential. Proven ability to utilize information technology to routinely generate analysis is critical. Ability to work under short timelines required.
- Must have the ability to prepare thorough, logical and defensible economic and related studies that withstand the scrutiny of the RCA, consumer groups and other affected parties.
- Must meet the combined requirements of education, experience, communicative ability, soundness of logic, and perform the necessary rigors of analysis in support of formal regulatory proceedings.
- Ability to withstand cross-examination in an adversarial proceeding.
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a standard office environment. To apply for this position click the following link: https://chugachelectric.applicantpro.com/jobs/1228889-13779.html
Job Opening
Naknek Electric Association
Operations Manager
REPORTS TO:
General Manager
SUPERVISES:
Utility Lineman, Technician, and Power Plant Supervisor.
OBJECTIVES:
Assists the General Manager in all aspects of providing reliable and safe electric service to cooperative members. Responsibilities include day-to-day management and leadership of power operations. Responsive to the service requirements of all Naknek Electric Cooperative Members by providing reliable electric services through efficient construction, operation, replacement, removal, and maintenance of utility plant. Additionally, comply with industry and regulatory standards. Execution of NEA approved budgets and work plans. May serve as acting General Manager in their absence.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversees the construction/maintenance of facilities for the electric service
- Responsible for the hiring, supervision, training and development of Division 1 (electric plant) in compliance with approved NEA policy and
- Manage a job training and safety program that insures compliance with OSHA and the National Electric Safety Code guidelines and compliance with additional safety rules and guidelines established by Naknek Electric
- Assist the General Manager in the development of short and long-term plans and budgets for the operations and maintenance of the NEA electric utility
- Implement the approved plans and budgets for the construction, maintenance and operation of the utility systems, including supervising outside contractors and provide regular progress reports to the General Manager.
- Manage the operation, and maintenance of the fleet of trucks, tools, supplies and construction equipment within budgetary constraints and General Manager
- Manage the purchasing and inventory of utility system materials and equipment within budgetary constraints and utility
- Manage operations engineering to include staking sheets and Continuous Plant Records (CPR) and construction for new service installations including the preparation of cost estimates and sign off on the necessary permits and easements after being obtained by the Utility Technician. Once construction is complete, provide a final project cost worksheet to the Office Manager.
- Coordinate and work with other departments to optimize teamwork and
- Make periodic reports on the operations of the utility systems and presentations before various boards, commissions, and state
- Maintain the utility system in compliance with all applicable regulations paying close attention to the Air Quality Permit requirements, Spill Plan requirements and all other regulatory requirements for the electric
- Develop and maintain a positive corporate
- Performs other duties as assigned by the General Manager.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field or a high school graduate with substantial postgraduate training and directly applicable experience in electrical utility
- Ten years of work experience, of which at least five years has been in a supervisory role directly applicable to the responsibilities of this
- Must have good communication skills, both verbal and Must be proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheet computer software. I.E. word, excel and ability to learn new processing systems.
- Must have the ability to foster and maintain a team-oriented work environment among all divisions of NEA including union and non-union employees.
- Must possess a valid Alaska Driver’s license.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly and with the least amount of disruption among staff members.
PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:
This is a demanding position that requires a flexible schedule and the ability to manage sometimes difficult customers and employees while maintaining a consistently positive and professional demeanor.
Accepting applications until October 30, 2019. For an application, you can request it from service@naknekelectric.com or pick one up at the office Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM till 5:00PM.
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., a generation and distribution utility serving 58 villages in Alaska, is seeking a Lineman.
Position: Lineman
Department: Operations
Location: Anchorage, AK
Travel: 75%+
Overview
This position will organize, direct and perform construction work on-site required to serve member villages with electrical energy through a diesel generation and distribution system. Instruct villagers during the construction period in: using the equipment, methods and safe practices involved in construction. Correct operational problems and perform maintenance and repair on the distribution system and power plants. Maintain good relations with the village council and member-owners and build their understanding and confidence in AVEC’s value, mission and goals.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Installs and retires power distribution systems (de-energized only). No work performed on energized systems.
- Corrects operational problems and performs preventive maintenance and repair on distribution systems and diesel plants (if possible) while on construction projects or as assigned.
- Instructs workers on proper use of all equipment, material, handling of cable, and of safe work practices.
- Prepares necessary trip reports on assigned projects and other general reports as necessary.
- Works in a safe manner and insures the property of others or other Cooperative equipment is not damaged.
Position Specifications
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent and successful completion of a lineman apprentice program; required
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and accurately orally and in writing
- Shows concern for quality, accuracy and completeness of own work and those who they work with
- Interpersonal skills sufficient to establish trust and credibility internally and externally
- Adapts to change quickly and easily
- Shows willingness to learn new methods, procedures, or techniques to improve department or the cooperative
- Professionalism and ability to adapt in diverse environment to maintain a positive work environment.
- Creates opportunities or minimizes potential problems by anticipating an preparing for these in advance
- Works to build a sense of common purpose across all work groups, avoiding a “we versus them” attitude
- Knowledge of employment and benefit laws and regulations
- Fulfills commitments made to peers, co-workers and supervisors
- Skills required to interpret laws and regulations and to formulate compliance policies and practices
- Proficient in use of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Good problem-solving skills
- Good planning, organizing, and prioritizing skills
- High-degree of flexibility to meet multiple and changing priorities
Other Information
AVEC provides a stellar benefit package and a competitive salary, salary is DOE. Standard pre-employment drug and alcohol screening are required.
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please complete an AVEC application for consideration. AVEC application can be found at avec.org under jobs.
We are looking for a Mechanical, Electrical, ElectroTech or Industrial Engineer, for design tasks and hands-on operations assistance around the State of Alaska. We are open to various home-base locations in Alaska. This role will provide engineering support for a wide range of electric utility tasks including generation, transmission and distribution serving over 40 cities and villages in rural Alaska.
As a small utility, we offer a diversity of experience. We work together to safely integrate innovative new generation resources including renewables, address day to day operational issues, ensure power system stability, connect and monitor industrial load centers power quality, pursue coordination issues, address regulatory requirements and other such tasks. The successful candidate will work to find their own relative strengths within our staff and ultimately take leadership on a variety of projects. The candidate should be comfortable working directly with tools and equipment alongside operations personnel when required to successfully complete a job.
Duties and Responsibilities
Along with other engineering staff the candidate will participate to:
- Oversee the installation, maintenance, repair and rebuilding of hydro and diesel generating equipment.
- Design and document civil, mechanical and/or electrical systems within the candidates range of experience.
- Work closely with field personnel, providing operational support for diesel, hydro and other plant facilities including non-working hours emergency troubleshooting if needed.
- Identify design problems; work to investigate, analyze, and develop corrective action plans.
- Prepare operational procedures, equipment specifications, RFPs and material requisitions as required for projects.
- Assist with equipment installation, testing, startup, modifications, upgrades, repairs and documentation.
- Contribute to systems such as CMMS (Computerized Maintenance), GIS Mapping, New Generation Planning and System modeling, and engineered Safety programs
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) required in a relevant branch of Engineering,
- Ability to self-motivate, manage time, plan projects, communicate with other team members
- Ability to safely identify and work around electrical and mechanical equipment.
- Efficient with AutoCAD, Microsoft office and other similar basic computer tools.
- Current passport and ability to travel to other locations, typically 25% of workload will be travel.
- Ability to pass background and drug tests
- Mental flexibility, willingness to learn unfamiliar parts of the job and a positive attitude
Desired Qualifications
- Rural Alaskan experience with isolated grid operations and extreme climate challenges
- Working background in applicable mechanical systems (rotating equipment and plant systems).
- Knowledge of engineering design principles and engineering standards and codes applicable to electric utility operations such as, generation, transmission, distribution
- Professional Engineering license
- Experience with diesel generators in the 50kw to 4000kw range
- Experience of equipment related to impulse hydro generating units such as hydraulic pressure units, bearings, and large water valves.
Applications are only accepted online. Please apply with your cover letter and resume in a single document at:
https://careers-hrpmsi.icims.com/jobs/3194/general-engineer/job
EEO Employer/Vets/Disabled and Drug and Alcohol-free workplace
Position: Maintenance Technician
Department: Operations
Location: Anchorage, AK
Wage Range: 5-9
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Travel: 75+%
Supervisor: Manager, Operations
Overview:
This position will organize, assist, direct and perform construction work on-site required to serve member villages with electrical energy through a diesel generation and distribution system. Instruct power plant operators during the operations and maintenance period in use of equipment, methods and safe practices involved in construction. Correct operational problems and perform maintenance and repair on the distribution system and power plants. Maintain good relations with the village council and member-owners and build their understanding and confidence in AVEC’s value, mission and goals.
Position Specifications:
Education:
High School Diploma, or equivalent
Experience:
2+ Years of Diesel and Electrical experience
Travel Requirement: 75+%
This job involves intermittent stressful situations arising out of multicultural communities located in remote Alaskan sites in which resources are often not consistent with apparent on-site practical needs. This position is directly responsible for the Construction activities in all AVEC locations, and, as such, the position is a high stress position, demanding that the employee filling the position be able to respond to inquiries regarding construction quickly and accurately, while maintaining a consistently professional and calm emotional demeanor. In this respect, the job may require:
- Consistently long hours on both a daily and weekly basis;
- Intermittent trips (travel up to 75+% of the time) to remote Alaska villages located in extreme climatic conditions and inaccessible by commercial carriers;
- Intermittent subsistence lifestyle in remote arctic villages while involved in on-site review of electrical facilities, which lifestyle may require sleeping in industrial facilities in locations without beds, preparation of one’s own meals, and general lack of amenities common to commercial public accommodations;
- Intermittent stressful work conditions in which the employee is required to exercise significant discretion in judgment, as well as a consistently calm emotional demeanor during times of high conflict;
- Intermittent on-site review by travel on foot, all-terrain vehicles, pickup trucks, open boats, single engine aircraft, and other available on-site transportation in remote arctic villages and environs for the purpose of inspecting facilities.
AVEC provides a stellar benefit package and a competitive salary, salary is DOE. Standard pre-employment drug and alcohol screening are required. Submit completed application and resume to Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., 4831 Eagle Street, Anchorage, AK 99503-7497. Applications are available at our website : www@avec.org
Position is open until filled.
DOE
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Position: Electrical Engineer
Department: Engineering
Location: Anchorage, AK
Wage Range: 13
FLSA: Exempt
Travel: 25%
Supervisor: Manager of Engineering
Overview:
This position will design electrical power generation and distribution facilities for isolated utility power systems in rural Alaskan communities, produce design drawings, specifications and procurement documents for construction and provide technical support for facility construction and maintenance.
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- Develop engineering calculations, design drawings and project specifications for utility construction and maintenance projects
- Design prime power generation installations to operate under minimal supervision with automated and non-automated switchgear for remote isolated power grids.
- Design supervisory control and data acquisition systems with communication systems to automate plant processes and provide remote monitoring.
- Design, analyze and maintain machine language programs.
- Analyze power distribution and generation systems for capacity, load balance, system protection coordination and arc flash analysis.
- Integrate distributed renewable generation facilities to operate on small isolated grids, maximizing generating efficiency and maintaining power quality.
- Design overhead and underground power distribution facilities.
- Maintain accurate system drawings and engineering records.
- Provide technical and project support for construction and maintenance of Cooperative facilities.
- Inspect and test completed work and certify compliance with design standards
- Complete other duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.
Position Specifications:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or related field
Certification: Professional Engineer License, registered in the State of Alaska or able to obtain Alaska license within 6 months of employment.
Experience: 5+ years at similar complexity or responsibility
Areas of Experience: Technical competence in electrical power generation and distribution systems with strong communication and organizational skills.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and accurately orally and in writing
- Interpersonal skills sufficient to establish trust and credibility internally and externally
- Adapts to change quickly and easily
- Professionalism and ability to adapt in diverse environment to maintain a positive work environment.
- Creates opportunities or minimizes potential problems by anticipating an preparing for these in advance
- Works to build a sense of common purpose across all work groups, avoiding a “we versus them” attitude
- Knowledge of employment and benefit laws and regulations
- Skills required to interpret laws and regulations and to formulate compliance policies and practices
- Proficient in use of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Good problem-solving skills
- Good planning, organizing, and prioritizing skills
- High-degree of flexibility to meet multiple and changing priorities
AVEC provides a stellar benefit package and a competitive salary, salary is DOE. Standard pre-employment drug and alcohol screening are required.
Interested applicants must submit a completed application and resume to applications@avec.org or mail to:
Human Resources Department
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc.
4831 Eagle St.
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
DOE
FLSA: NON EXEMPT
Range: 11
Location: Bethel, AK
Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm
Travel: less than 10%
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., a generation and distribution utility serving 58 villages in Alaska, is seeking Diesel Mechanic for its Bethel, Alaska plant. This position requires experience maintaining diesel engines and associated equipment, including overhauling, troubleshooting, tear down and rebuilding of the engines. This position will also act as a Lead and resource for Plant Operators and Mechanics at the Bethel plant. Qualified applicants must have knowledge and experience with circulating pumps and other mount driven equipment, as well as working understating of electrical and power generating systems. Some welding and fabricating knowledge is preferred, but not required.
Must be able to lift, wrench, and manipulate parts, equipment and tools both mechanical and stationary. Current generation system at this location includes six (6) 16-645 EMD engines with heat recovery systems.
Must be able to work flexible hours, shift work as needed, and on call.
Education Requirements: High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Experience Requirements:
5-7 years of similar experience and complexity
AVEC provides a stellar benefit package and a competitive salary, salary is DOE. Standard pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as well as a background check are required.
Interested applicants must submit a completed application to applications@avec.org or mail to:
Human Resources Department
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc.
4831 Eagle St.
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
Wages: DOE
This position is open until filled.
AVEC IS an EOE.
OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR:
This is a regular, full-time position with starting pay at $28.93/hour (R20.5). This position assists the Utility Manager with the operations of the electric department to include, but not limited to, performing planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and controlling the activities of the electric department in accordance with established regulations, policies, plans, budgets and objectives.
Qualifications/Requirements
Skills in basic electrical engineering, project management, operation of power systems and utility construction techniques. Knowledge of electrical codes and standards. Experience in field engineering and inspection of electric utility construction. Capable of understanding engineering drawings, interpreting standard specifications and basic engineering manuals and performing basic surveys and staking.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, assigns and directs work of the electric utility line crew and inspects work accomplished by contractors or City crews.
Ensures emergency stand-by generators are operational at all times.
Assists the Utility Manager with the following duties:
• developing plans and budgets and managing projects for the Electric Department which will accomplish the objectives and mission of the Electric Department and provide a means of measuring progress and results;
• providing a periodic evaluation of the utility system with the Utility Manager to make recommendations for necessary maintenance and replacement, including compliance with the National Electric Safety Code;
• developing operating procedures and utilizing equipment and technology that will improve productivity, customer service, safety and employee morale;
• coordinating the correction of voltage, power factor, and load factor problems;
• analyzing outage reports on a regular basis to identify service reliability problems and develop and recommend methods of improving service reliability;
• keeping informed of new technology and product development as it relates to the operation and maintenance of the City’s electric distribution system and Electric Department.
Is the primary “Load Dispatcher” during emergencies.
Promotes positive customer relations by overseeing the department’s responsibilities toward the
public.
Manages and otherwise directs as delegated by the Utility Manager, the activities of the Electric
Department by being available for questions and giving information to other department’s
employees to insure a comfortable, knowledgeable, and confident working department.
Attends meetings, special courses and seminars to facilitate training, keep informed and stay
abreast with current industry trends. This may require occasional travel from the area.
Participates in general staff meetings, strategic planning, and other internal meetings as directed.
Addresses customer problems or complaints through field visits to the site and investigation of
circumstance and load history studies. Recommend or initiate corrective action as required.
Summarizes and analyses personnel and property damage reports and recommends remedial
action for improvement of loss prevention.
Communicates right-of-way clearing needs for the distribution and transmission system.
Must have the ability to organize work and files, and to work independently.
Recommends long-range and short-term equipment requirements in areas of distribution line
construction and maintenance. And have them ready for the start of budget process.
Maintains a system of records, reports and statistical charts and data of pole inspections, work
productivity, safety and training thus utilizing that information for planning of improvement in
operating practices.
Plans and recommends system improvements and new capital projects for the following budget
cycle. Prioritizes known system improvements and new capital projects.
Assists the Utility Manager with investigations of employee accidents and prepares reports of
personnel injuries, accidents and possible property damage claims.
Continues to train and/or research new technologies to improve the electric system and
infrastructure
Assists the Utility Manager with studies and reviews accident reports and determines remedial
or preventative actions.
Performs other administrative and engineering functions as assigned.
Serves as the acting Utility Manager in their absence
Successful applicants must pass a background investigation and drug testing. Preference may be given to current City employees. A complete job description and employment application can be obtained from the City of Seward Personnel Office, 410 Adams Street, (907) 224-4074 or by emailing tfoster@cityofseward.net.
The City of Seward is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer