Equipment Operator

Pedernales Electric Cooperative; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

KPI Bonuses

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative seeks a Maintenance Technician to operate and maintain equipment for utility projects at the Kyle office. You will transport gear, assist line crews, and document work in electronic systems, supporting efficient project completion.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, 3 years of heavy equipment experience, and a Texas Class A CDL with a compliant driving record. The role offers competitive benefits and a pathway to growth within PEC.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma.
• Three years of heavy equipment training and related work experience.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) per PEC policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and service equipment and vehicles as assigned.
• Transport equipment and material to and from job sites.
• Use equipment for pole-setting, hole-digging, tree-trimming and ROW clearing.
• Assist line crews with construction and service of lines and poles.
• Load and unload materials; enter data into electronic systems.
• Maintain hour and travel logs; stay current with technology advances.
• Manage digging operations and drive PEC vehicles lawfully.
• Keep confidential information secure and maintain attendance.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Texas Class A CDL

Job description

• PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:** PEC Kyle Office - 1810 W FM150, Kyle, TX 78640

$31.92 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

**Midpoint of pay range: $39.90**

Position Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining and operating equipment for utility project completion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and service equipment and vehicles as assigned
• Transport equipment and material to and from job sites
• Utilize proper equipment to perform duties such as pole-setting, hole-digging, tree-trimming and clearing rights of way
• Assist line crews with the construction, maintenance and servicing of lines, poles, and cross-arms
• Load and unload materials
• Enter data into electronic systems
• Maintain hour and travel logs
• Stay abreast of advances in technology
• Contact various water departments, gas companies for location of lines
• Meet Digg Tess
• Contact members
• Manage the work for digging operations
• Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
• Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
• Maintain the security of confidential information
• Stay abreast of changes in technology
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities

May be asked to be the leader of digging operations and supervise an assistant

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
• Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

• High School Diploma
• Three years of heavy equipment training and related work experience
• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical 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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 100 pounds
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee may be required to participate in emergency restoration and call-out duty
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions, dust and dirt
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.