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Member Job Openings

Bedford:

Lineworker A – Performs difficult skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the electric utility transmission and distribution system; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. Thorough knowledge of electric line construction and maintenance and the hazards encountered; ability to set poles, string wire and perform related work; ability to follow oral directions; ability to observe safety rules and regulations; ability to read blue prints and electric circuit diagrams; strength to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions; ability to climb poles; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. To see full position description, click here

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Craig Botetourt Electric Cooperative:

Journeyman Lineman Construction Foreman -Provide efficient direction of the construction and maintenance of all types of conductors, structures and equipment used in substations and distribution of electricity. Responsible for interpreting prints and completing all types of construction and maintenance assignments, on both de-energized and energized overhead and underground systems; charging and returning all materials, using proper work order procedures. Effectively manages one or more crews and various equipment available to get work done as planned by the Supervisor of Field Services. Responsibly enforces safety rules for the protection of assigned crew and public; also, responsible for crew obeying all safety rules and regulations, practices and other Coop rules and regulations and assures proper use of traffic warning devices when working on or near highways; also, responsible for reporting all accidents to supervisor.  Helps in the development and training of the Apprentice Lineman; this is to include but not limited to: on the job observations, quizzing or testing, and filling out evaluation forms. To see full job description, click here

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Virginia Tech:

Powerline Worker-Reporting to the Campus/Town Electric Service Manager and under the guidance and/or supervision of the Lead Powerline Worker, the Powerline Worker installs, locates, maintains, and repairs electric utility distribution systems and a variety of other electrical services and equipment; utilizes hot line equipment and tools; does related work as required; may lead other line crew personnel in the absence of the Lead Powerline Worker.  To see full job description, click here

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Martinsville:

Electric Service Technician – Performs semi-skilled work assisting line technicians and substation/meter technicians in a variety of electric utility operations. Duties include operating equipment, performing groundwork, and assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electric distribution systems, substations, and metering equipment.  To see full job description, click here

Second Class Substation Meter Technician – This is semi‑skilled and skilled work assisting a first-class substation and meter technician in the installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of meters, relays, and substation equipment. Work involves assisting in the installation, maintenance, and testing of meters and relays, and the maintenance and monitoring of substation equipment. Work may occasionally be performed from either poles or bucket trucks. The employee frequently works with live voltage lines and sometimes in unfavorable weather conditions, and thus must exercise exceptional care to protect his life as well as the lives of other employees. Employees of this class instruct and train service technicians and other helpers.  To see full job description, click here

First Class Substation Meter Technician – This is skilled journeyman-level work involving the installation, repair, maintenance, programming, and testing of electric meters and relays, as well as the maintenance and monitoring of substation equipment. Work is performed from poles, bucket trucks, and within substations, often in proximity to energized high-voltage equipment.  To see full job description, click here