Field Inspector – Electric Utility Systems

Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corp.; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation in Bowling Green, Kentucky is seeking a System Inspector to evaluate distribution and transmission poles, inspect facilities for safety and compliance with APPA/NESC/RUS standards, and document conditions with GPS and maps.

This role requires a high school diploma, experience dealing with the public, proficiency with Microsoft Office, knowledge of electric utility systems, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Experience meeting and dealing with the public.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
• Able to read and interpret system maps to organize work and locate accounts.

Responsibilities

• Makes pole inspections to determine structural soundness and replacement needs.
• Inspects facilities for safety and compliance with standards (RUS, APPA, NESC).
• Documents conditions and reports dangerous situations to supervisor.
• Maintains GPS and mapping records for the line inspection program.
• Operates company vehicle and keeps tools and equipment in good condition.
• Coordinates with members for access and reports idle services as required.
• Adheres to safety rules and reports accidents or violations as needed.

Skills

Public interaction

Read system maps

Microsoft Office proficiency

GPS mapping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

Warren Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation in Bowling Green, Kentucky is seeking a System Inspector to evaluate distribution and transmission poles, inspect facilities for safety and compliance with APPA/NESC/RUS standards, and document conditions with GPS and maps.

This role requires a high school diploma, experience dealing with the public, proficiency with Microsoft Office, knowledge of electric utility systems, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather.