Employment Opportunities
Department: Finance and Administration
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Prepared By: Brenda Mead
Prepared Date: July 8, 2019
Approved By: Crystal Enkvist, Executive Director
Approved Date: July 8, 2019
SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the CFO, and utilizing Microsoft Dynamics SL accounting software, the Accountant is responsible for preparing and processing semi-monthly payroll, including related tax and benefits processing and reporting. The Accountant is also responsible for timely and accurate processing, accounting, and reporting related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets cycles.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES –
include the following. Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate by CFO.
Perform timely and accurate processing of financial information related to payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset systems. Performs all bank and investment reconciliations, as well as reconciliations of balance sheet, revenue and expense accounts as assigned. Prepare monthly financial packet for CFO review.
Performs initial review, coding, and input of accounts payable invoices, including employee expense account reporting.
Prepares billings for annual membership dues, annual and bi-annual insurance premium billings, insurance audit adjustments and deductible billings, and other accounts receivable activity as required.
Utilizing accounting calendar, the accountant assists and supports CFO in ensuring organization meets all internal and regulatory reporting deadlines and obligations.
Assist CFO in general ledger account maintenance and reconciliation activities. Maintain orderly and accurate physical and electronic filing system of information relating to accounts payable vendors, accounts receivable customers, employee payroll records and other information necessary for accounting for the organization’s activities. Is required to understand and adhere to appropriate organization’s record retention schedules.
Assists CFO with development, implementation and reporting of organization’s budget programs.
Will perform or assist CFO in performing tasks related to gathering, compiling, analyzing and reporting accounting, financial, or economic data for projects related to furthering the goals of the organization and or its members as assigned.
Will assist the CFO in maintaining human resource records in the normal course of payroll functions.
Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate by CFO
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – NONE
QUALIFICATIONS – To perform this job successfully, incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE – A four-year degree in accounting or related field is desirable, with a minimum requirement of a two-year accounting degree or certificate required. Demonstrated equivalent practical experience may be considered in lieu of four-year degree.
The responsibilities of this position as described above require a high degree of familiarity and experience with the Microsoft Office software application suite applications, specifically Excel and Word. General familiarity with Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint applications is desirable. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics SL accounting application is highly desirable, however, demonstrable experience with similar accounting applications is acceptable. Typing skills of 45 words per minute with minimal errors is desired.
LANGUAGE SKILLS – This position requires the incumbent to possess language skills sufficient to effectively communicate information of light to moderate complexity with members of management, staff, general membership, and vendors. This position is responsible for occasional personal contact with managers and executive personnel of APA’s member utilities, and is required to conduct such contact with professional decorum.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS – This position requires the incumbent to possess the mathematical reasoning and calculation skills necessary for performing accounting tasks described above, as well as the ability to read, understand, and implement changes in payroll tax rules applicable to the organization.
REASONING ABILITY – This position requires mature reasoning abilities and the application of judgement and discretion commensurate with the responsibilities entrusted to the individual holding the. The incumbent is expected to routinely and professionally deal with matters of confidential and/or sensitive nature in the course of discharging payroll and other duties. The incumbent is charged with safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of information related to the organization and its employees. The position often requires the incumbent to accept responsibility for custody, safeguarding, and record keeping functions related to the organization’s assets and requires the incumbent to at all times to practice and demonstrate judgement appropriate to the position’s responsibilities.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS – Notary Public is desirable. Candidate or incumbent must be bondable and insurable for purposes related to the trusted nature of the position, and is subject to periodic background checks regarding criminal and/or financial history.
PHYSICAL and EMOTIONAL DEMANDS – The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of work performed in this position occurs at the home office, however, the incumbent may periodically be required to travel, possibly to remote member locations throughout Alaska via small commercial aircraft and other modes of transportation during inclement weather. This position requires the employee to frequently sit for extended periods while using personal computer workstations, attending meetings, or engaged in travel. The incumbent is required to use standard office equipment in the course of performing essential duties described above, including but not limited to computers, fax machines, typewriters, and 10-key calculators.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee will routinely lift to shoulder height and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally be called upon to lift to shoulder height and/or move up to 25 pounds in the course of transporting materials to and from meetings or conferences.
This position requires the individual to maintain a consistently calm and professional demeanor while interacting with other members of the APA staff and membership, and may entail work under tight timelines and significant stress, including occasional overtime requirements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT – The work environment characteristics referenced here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To apply for this position, please contact Anna Plumb, Alaska Executive Search, at 907-276-5707.
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 – Welder
Department: Operations
Location: Anchorage, AK
Travel: 75%+
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.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform complex maintenance skills in major overhauls and repairs, replacement of parts, assemblies and preventative maintenance, such as dismantling, examining and replacing defective parts as necessary, fabricate or improvise temporary replacement.
- Repair and perform necessary corrective and preventive maintenance to the power plant building, fuel tank farm and distribution systems.
- Perform inspections, maintenance and major modifications, handle complex troubleshooting and repair situations and perform complete major overhauls without outside assistance involving diesel engines from 25 to 1,000 hp and regulated generators from 15 to 750 KW.
Position Specifications
Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Experience: 2+ Years of Welding experience
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.
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., a generation and distribution utility serving 58 villages in Alaska, is seeking a Member Services Representative.
Position: Member Services Representative
Department: Member Services
Location: Anchorage, AK
Overview
This position performs monthly billing processes, maintains and updates consumer account records, receives and processes new applications for service or membership, assists with consumer account inquires, payments, and all other account or billing concerns, assists with collection duties, assists with receptionist duties, and all other necessary functions to support the success of the Member Services Department.
Position Specifications
Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent)
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 under jobs online at avec.org.
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., a generation and distribution utility serving 58 villages in Alaska, is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Position: Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Department: Administrative Services
Location: Anchorage, AK
Travel: <10%
Overview
Responsibilities include accurate and timely execution of payroll and associated deductions, processes, and reconciliation; administration of compensation and benefits programs and policies; wellness program administration; upkeep of employment records; Worker’s Compensation paperwork and compliance; assists with employee recognition programs; and ensures compliance with applicable employment and benefits laws, regulations, and reporting.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Execute biweekly payroll process, including associated tax and contributory obligations and reporting requirements.
- Administers compensation and benefits programs and associated polices.
- Assists in the hiring process. Post open positions internally and externally, tracks applicants, prepares applicant packets for managers, schedules pre employment drug testing, conducts background checks, schedules post offer physicals, and prepare orientation packets.
- Updates and maintains HR postings in the facility.
- Develops, coordinates, and documents employee wellness programs.
- Responsible for the maintenance of employment files in accordance with company needs and governmental and regulatory requirements.
- Ensures compliance with current federal and state laws and regulations related to employment and benefits and coordinates associated compliance activity.
- Responsible for compliance and administration of policies and procedures related to Workers’ Compensation regulations and OSHA reporting of accidents and illnesses.
- Abides by and maintains compliance with HIPAA laws and regulations.
- Administers AVEC’s drug testing program in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assists with employee recognition programs.
- Assists with employee communications programs.
Education: AA/Two Year Degree
Experience: 2+ years of similar experience in Payroll or Accounting in a similarly complex environment; required.
General office/clerical experience; required.
Experience in processing a full charge in-house payroll.
Electrical utility experience preferred.
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 under jobs.
Recognized as one of the most progressive utilities in Alaska, Alaska Power & Telephone (www.aptalaska.com) currently provides service to communities located above the Arctic Circle, deep in the Wrangell Mountains and throughout the islands of Southeast Alaska. AP&T is an employee owned, vertically integrated utility that independently owns and operates ten isolated power systems across a large expanse of Alaska. We incorporate hydro, solar and diesel resources to provide economic power to the communities we serve.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer, for design tasks and hands-on operations assistance around the State of Alaska. We are open to various home-base locations but prefer someone in Alaska or the Northwest. 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 be expected to learn to:
- Oversee the installation, maintenance, repair and rebuilding of hydro and diesel generating equipment.
- Design and document mechanical systems
- Work closely with field personnel, providing operational support for diesel, hydro and other plant facilities including emergency troubleshooting during non-working hours if needed
- Identify design problems; work to investigate, analyze, and develop corrective action plans
- Prepare operational procedures, equipment specifications, RFPs and material requisitions
- Assist with equipment installation, testing, startup, modifications, upgrades, repairs and documentation
- Work closely to support field personnel
- Assist operations with and contribute to a company-wide CMMS (computerized maintenance management system)
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) required in Mechanical Engineering OR a BS in any Engineering program with extensive working background in applicable mechanical systems (rotating equipment)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience
- Knowledge of engineering design principles and engineering standards and codes applicable to electric utility operations such as generation, transmission, distribution
- 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
- Professional Engineering license
- Familiar with suppliers and equipment sources for diesels, generators and accessories
- Knowledge of diesel air emissions regulations and emissions testing and abatement equipment
- Experience with Caterpillar, Cummins, Detroit and John Deer diesel generators (50kw to 4000kw)
- Experience of equipment related to impulse hydro generating units such as hydraulic pressure units, bearings, large water valves
To Apply
Applications are only accepted online. Please apply with your cover letter and resume in a single document at: https://careers-hrpmsi.icims.com/jobs/3084/mechanical-engineer/job
AP&T is a small employee & investor owned, non-union utility. We offer competitive wages and an attractive compensation and benefits package. If you are self-motivated and want to work for a stable company, please apply today! NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
EEO Employer/Vets/Disabled and Drug and Alcohol-free Workplace
ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS • Qualified candidates are required to have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and ten (10) or more years of directly related work experience in the electrical utility engineering and operations areas, with progressively responsible management and supervisory experience. Such experience must demonstrate proven capabilities in the application of principles of directing, developing, and administering work programs and procedures; preparing reports for management and measuring results.
• Requires extensive, demonstrated level of experience in the following areas: – Design, construction, and maintenance of relay, control, communication, and SCADA systems. – Electrical system operations in the field of electric utility metering. – SCADA communications and control. – Protective relaying or substation operation. – Regulatory requirements and industry practices pertaining to electric system operations.
• Qualified candidates will possess a Professional Engineer (PE) registration and must be able to obtain a PE in the State of Alaska.
• Preference will also be given to those candidates whose prior work experience evidences a background in the construction, operation, and maintenance of electrical system facilities as well as progressively responsible supervisory experience.
• Qualified candidates must have a valid Alaska driver’s license (or ability to obtain as required under State of Alaska regulations) and a driving record which is acceptable and insurable by the Association and the Association’s insurance carrier at standard group rate.
For more information, please visit MEA’s website at www.mea.coop
Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., a generation and distribution utility serving 58 villages in Alaska, is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Electrician.
Position: Maintenance Technician – Electrician
Department: Operations
Location: Anchorage, AK
Travel: 75%+
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.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform complex maintenance skills in major overhauls and repairs, replacement of parts, assemblies and preventative maintenance, such as dismantling, examining and replacing defective parts as necessary, fabricate or improvise temporary replacement.
- Repair and perform necessary corrective and preventive maintenance to the power plant building, fuel tank farm and distribution systems.
- Perform inspections, maintenance and major modifications, handle complex troubleshooting and repair situations and perform complete major overhauls without outside assistance involving diesel engines from 25 to 1,000 hp and regulated generators from 15 to 750 KW.
Position Specifications
Education: High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Experience: 2+ Years of Electrical experience
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.
Job Details
Status
Open
Closing
Until Filled
For more information, visit AVEC’s website by clicking here.
Position: Utility Clerk
Department: Operations
Location: Anchorage, AK
Travel: <10%
Overview
This position operates and maintains the AMR & data interpretation systems; acquires load and related interval data in support of load research, billing transactions, line loss and related analysis; additional duties include maintaining the hardware, schedules, system errors, and programming of the AMR system as well as troubleshooting problems related to AMR system and other utility operations, reporting, and recording keeping; performs all other duties as required for success of the department.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Metering – Edit, maintain and update meter programming software and implementation. Assist Member Services in sourcing data issues that affect monthly billing.
AMR System – Communicate and coordinate troubleshooting for efficient operation of the AMR system. Report on failed meters and coordinate with Member Services department for replacement and removal from system. Collects and processes interval data from metering devices.
Outage Reports – Collects reports of field outages from various sources and categorizes them for review.
Position Specifications
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
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.
PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the relay, control, and protection systems that are required to improve and maintain the Association’s electrical system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
1. Supervises the daily activities of the Relay & Controls Department. a. Oversees the development of employees and communicates the departments and Association’s goals to employees. b. Responsible for maintaining productivity of assigned staff and timeliness of work product. c. Strives to develop a high standard of morale and positive behavior among supervised employees. Develops and maintains an open line of communication with supervised employees, which encourages suggestions and keeps employees informed regarding matters of the Association. Evaluates, encourages and coaches directly reporting employees. d. Responsible for performance management and/or recommends/implements disciplinary action for positions supervised as outlined in Association policies and collective bargaining agreements.
2. Participates in the interview and selection of job applicants for all positions supervised.
3. Develops and ensures adherence to, the department’s annual budget and assists with develop of Associations five-year Capital Work Plan (CWP) 4. Is responsible for relay, control and protection engineering functions of the Association including, but not limited to, the following. a. Developing protective relay settings and protective schemes. b. Assist with distribution feeder protection coordination, including but not limited to, fusing and recloser coordination. c. Oversee the analysis, of protection and control events on the system and provide recommendations for modifications or upgrades based on the analysis. d. Oversee the installation and maintenance of relay, control and protection infrastructure. e. Assist with the assessment and development of Smart Grid technology. f. Review and make recommendations for operation and maintenance practices and activities related to dispatch, switching, and relay, control and protection systems. g. Assist with the development and compliance of cyber and physical security, and reliability standards for the Association. h. Ensure relay, control and protection systems are in compliance with MEA standards. i. When assigned, participate in Railbelt utility proceedings and organizations that impact the transmission and generation system. j. Assist with installation and maintenance of metering infrastructure within the substation and generation facilities.
5. Oversee the development and commissioning of new relay, control and protection infrastructure for distribution, transmission, and generation facilities.
6. Oversee the development or updating of electrical plans, drawings, and specifications for relay, control and protection infrastructure.
7. Assist with record retention systems, including as-built drawing systems, relay manuals and other pertinent information related to relays, control and protection infrastructure.
8. Assist with the development and compliance of Association standards for the interconnection of Independent Power Producers (IPPs).
9. Recommend proper technical procedures based on industry standards, codes, and techniques while following the Association tariff and other Association policies and procedures.
10. Assist in resolving tariff issues as necessary.
11. Administer contracts with third parties as required to ensure relay, control and protective schemes and infrastructure are installed and maintained according to the Associations standards.
12. Promote a safety culture in which safety is a value. This culture is based on joint and individual engagement, ownership, and accountability regarding job safety and responsibility to perform work safely and adhere to safe work practices.
13. Perform the essential functions of the position in a safe and efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Qualified candidates are required to have: – A Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering. – Ten (10) years of experience with relays, control and protective systems in the electric utility industry, with three (3) of those years including management experience. – A State of Alaska, Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain one within one year of employment. – A valid Alaska driver’s license (or ability to obtain as required under State of Alaska regulations) and a driving record, which is acceptable and insurable by the Association and the Association’s insurance carrier at standard group rates.
This position is open until filled. For more information, visit MEA’s careers page by clicking here.
PURPOSE
The position of Senior GIS Data Analyst is a professional and technical specialist with proven proficiency in performing and overseeing a variety of complex analytical and advanced geographic information systems (GIS) assignments that provide for the development, enhancement, and maintenance of GIS databases, coverages, and linkages to various databases, and design and production of accurate maps and drawings in support of various Association departments, as well as related scripts and applications to facilitate those tasks.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
1. Responsible for design and administration of the Association’s geographic information systems and related work programs.
2. Review and analyze work requests as assigned.
3. Work with end users, management, technical staff, associates, consultants, and vendors to investigate and translate requests into project requirements, and further, into definitions and specifications for data acquisition, management, and presentation, and application development.
4. Perform complex analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and implementation of project definitions and specifications. Design and maintain data files and structures as needed.
5. Set standards and provide oversight of quality control for all GIS and non-GIS database system related drawings and information to maintain data integrity of geodatabases. Oversee third party vendor activities for accuracy and standards compliance.
6. Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively with other Association departments.
7. Serve as a member or leader of intra- and inter-departmental application development teams.
8. Interface with Engineering, Operations, and other divisions to proactively identity GIS-related needs and cooperatively evaluate, select, and implement appropriate solutions to meet those needs.
9. Provide status reports for all projects and activities as requested.
10. Coordinate efforts of Association GIS team and vendors.
11. Develop guidelines and upgrade techniques of new operational procedures for the support of GIS databases and applications.
12. Write technical reports and documents such as project descriptions, program synopses, definitions and specifications, system and data flow diagrams, data structures, and program flow, to be used by both technical and non-technical personnel.
13. Install and troubleshoot problems with the GIS mapping system, assist with installation of applications and upgrades, and assist users in resolving software problems
14. Utilize GIS and CAD based products to update maps and to maintain and update graphical libraries, symbol libraries, and databases.
15. Process images and graphical files and drawings for incorporation into GIS databases.
16. Responsible for transmitting and receiving GIS data to/from outside design consultants including installation of required software and training. 17. Provide quality control related to use of electronic staking program.
18. Provide training in use of GIS and electronic staking program as directed.
19. Create and revise drawings, graphic displays and exhibits as directed.
20. Assist in maintaining the accuracy of the Association’s connectivity and Milsoft Windmil models.
21. Design and develop spatial queries to maximize the value of the Association’s various datasets.
22. Perform as project leader, as assigned, with responsibility for completion of complex and/or large projects. Duties as project leader may include planning, direction, coordination, and/or implementation of multi-phased projects.
23. Promote a safety culture in which safety is a value. This culture is based on joint and individual engagement, ownership, and accountability regarding job safety and responsibility to perform work safely and adhere to safe work practices.
24. Perform the essential functions of the position in a safe and efficient.
25. Perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Qualified candidates for this position are required to have a B.S. or B.A. degree in geographic information systems, geography, planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, or a related field and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible GIS-related experience, including four years of full time work with ESRI ArcGIS and related products.
• Experience with AutoCAD is desirable.
• GIS certification is desirable.
• Preference will be given to those candidates with extensive experience working in a GIS-related capacity for an electric utility.
• Qualified candidates must have a valid Alaska driver’s license (or ability to obtain as required under State of Alaska regulations) and a driving record, which is acceptable and insurable by the Association and the Association’s insurance carrier at standard group rates.
NOTE: Complete achievement of certain of the above specifications may not be required if, in the opinion of the Association hiring supervisor, a candidate possesses significant offsetting characteristics, such as past accomplishments, experience, education, or estimate of future potential. Should an applicant be deficient in certain educational achievements, offsetting experience may be substituted or vice versa.
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PURPOSE
This position works as an integral member of the Association’s Infrastructure team to ensure optimum availability and functionality of computer and telecommunications resources. The primary focus of this position is both physical and virtual servers, in support of the Association’s mission as a fully-integrated electric utility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
1. Design, configure, operate, and administer a mixed environment of physical and virtual servers. Monitor and optimize servers for optimal performance and maximum availability.
2. System management of geographically distributed resources for continuous availability and demand-driven consumption, logging and data reduction, and configuration and version management.
3. Perform file maintenance on physical and virtual servers, active directory domains, and user files and/or databases. Develop, maintain and test disaster recovery plans.
4. Install and maintain scalable storage services, including Storage Area Networks, distributed file systems, distributed object stores, content delivery systems, data encryption, and physical storage lifecycle management.
5. Analyze, recommend, and evaluate new hardware and software products.
6. Administer system, domain and user resources, assigning application access and ensuring security and configurations are within standards.
7. Configure and maintain automated anti-virus, patch, and firmware distribution servers and programs to insure server, network, and workstation systems integrity.
8. Prepare and maintain a library of technical documentation. Remain current on new developments and techniques in Enterprise automation technology.
9. Assist in installation of workstations and printers on the LAN. Perform advanced diagnostics and maintenance on desktop devices when additional expertise is required.
10. Assist in requests for proposals, vendor selection, and contract monitoring.
11. Work with cross-functional teams in the design and implementation of automation and information technology. Assist departmental management with development of systems standards, short and long term goals, project management, and strategic directions.
12. Maintain cyber security of Association devices, evaluate risks and potential mitigation solutions, and implement and monitor selected solutions. 13. Support Association control systems.
14. Cross-train on the Association’s switches, routers, firewalls, and related hardware and software, to provide backup support of the Association’s networks and communications.
15. Other duties as assigned.
16. Promote a safety culture in which safety is a value. This culture is based on joint and individual engagement, ownership, and accountability regarding job safety and responsibility to perform work safely and adhere to safe work practices.
17. Perform the essential functions of the position in a safe and efficient manner.
The above items are not intended to be all inclusive of the essential functions or requirements of this type of work as they are subject to change based on operating necessity. The employee will also perform other related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management personnel.
ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
• Qualified candidates are required to have a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent technical or professional experience related to the design, installation, and maintenance of virtual environments and local and wide area networks.
• Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years related work experience with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience installing and maintaining local and wide area networks required.
• Must have documented professional and project management experience with Microsoft Windows Server, local and wide area networks, virtual environments, and computer hardware and software, and knowledge of data communications, cyber security considerations, network planning and analysis, and vendor evaluations.
• Extensive, hands-on experience installing and administering Microsoft Exchange 2010 is required.
• Significant, hands-on experience installing and configuring Citrix XenServer is preferred.
• Any technical certifications and/or technical training in computer hardware and/or software, servers, local and wide area networks, cyber security, and/or communications is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills and effective interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a wide range of users and coworkers having different levels of computer expertise is required.
Support a culture of safety excellence through active involvement in safety improvement and promote a sense of shared responsibility for safety.
• Exhaustive knowledge of servers and related hardware in a Microsoft Windows Server environment.
• Extensive recent experience with installing, configuring, and administering Microsoft Exchange.
•Knowledge of virtual desktop and virtual server environments, with Citrix experience preferred.
• Microsoft MCSA, MCSE, MCSM, and/or Citrix CCA or CCAA certifications are preferred.
• Thorough understanding of cyber security risks and countermeasures. • Oracle and SQL database administration experience desired.
• Capable of learning new technologies quickly and effectively.
• Function independently and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment under tight deadlines.
• Must be well organized with strong attention to detail, have good communication and strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to multitask and manage conflicting data or issues to a successful outcome.
• Well-reasoned decision maker; possessing strong analytical and process management skills and have a broad understanding of group business strategy and operations.
• Work effectively in a collaborative environment and foster teamwork through interdepartmental communication across the company.
• Capable of carrying several simultaneous projects through from inception to completion as expeditiously as practicable with a minimum of supervision.
• Understand &implement new technologies & methods of performing work and establish a quality documentation system for work product.
• Produce detailed specifications for requests for proposals, assist with vendor selection, and contract monitoring.
• Compose routine correspondence and draft various written documents with minimal supervision.
• Skilled in effective and professional verbal and written communication.
• Ability to facilitate cooperation between work groups and work functionally across all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated improvement based on successes and failures.
• Analyze processes for efficiency and make recommendations for improvements.
• Embrace and embody the Association’s Core Values through decisions, actions, attitude, and behavior to directly contribute to the success of the organization.
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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
Rate of Pay: Depends on Experience
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION: This is a full time position. Occasional overtime may be required and this position may also involve weekend work or performance of duties before or after normal business hours.
DUTIES: This position will be responsible for the daily operation of the customer service front desk. Duties include answering a multi-line phone system, taking customer payments and answering customer inquiries. Prepares reports, maintains updates on consumer account records daily and processes new applications for service and cooperative membership. Is the primary point of contact between customers, office staff, plant operators and the line crew. Performs other administrative support duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications and rate of pay will be determined by evaluating experience and education. Qualifications requirements include:
Ability to provide clerical services.
Effective communication skills.
Knowledge of computers and common office software.
Experience providing customer service.
Ability to type 40 words per minute.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Completion of High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Favorable suitability of standard pre-employment background check prior to employment.
Valid Drivers License required.
BENEFITS: Working for Naknek Electric Association offers a comprehensive benefits package that may be made available after a favorable standard employee evaluation six (6) months after date of hire.
HOW TO APPLY:
Letter of Interest
Resume
Two (2) professional or personal references
Company Job Application
Completed application packages should be submitted to DKing@NEA.Coop and must be received by the closing date of the announcement. Incomplete applications may result in no consideration.