Job Specifications

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

Job Knowledge, Training and Experience: Certificate in Electronics or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous related utility experience preferred. Must be familiar with special equipment utilized in distribution cooperative and transmission systems such as reclosers, regulators, capacitors, and other equipment. Must have operating knowledge of various types of test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes. Working knowledge of electronic control equipment is preferred. Must be or become certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Abilities and Skills: Some heavy lifting may be required. Must be able to complete inspections, installations and repairs of equipment at various heights. Must possess good interpersonal skills including the ability to maintain a harmonious relationship with all Cooperative personnel and the members. Must possess oral and written communications skills in the English language. Must be able to maintain confidential information. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and be insurable with the Cooperative’s insurance carrier.

Working Conditions: Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold, high winds or stormy conditions. Non-exempt position. To ensure all employees are provided with drug free and alcohol free working conditions, pre-employment, post accident, reasonable cause and random drug and alcohol tests are conducted on all employees.

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To download the application for the above position(s) in Adobe PDF format, use the following links.
Call Veronica Wilson, Human Resources Secretary, at Rio Grande Electric Cooperative to request an application packet.