Right of Way Operator

Central Baldwin; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Baldwin EMC in Alabama is hiring for ROW Operator I in the Operations department. This entry-level role requires a High School Diploma and the ability to lift equipment and read maps to determine right-of-way. You will work outdoors, in various weather, and may need to work beyond regular hours.

As part of a member-owned cooperative, you’ll receive competitive wages and benefits, with opportunities for long-term growth and skill development in vegetation management and equipment operation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and materials; operate and maintain tools and equipment like chainsaws and chippers.
• Experience using chemicals for vegetation and ability to read and decipher maps for right-of-way.

Responsibilities

• Read maps to determine right-of-way locations.
• Perform outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Balance competing demands and potentially work beyond regular hours.

Skills

CDL within 90 days

Map reading

Communication skills

MS Office (Windows, Excel, Word,Outl​​

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

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• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Position requires obtaining a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and materials; possess knowledge of and ability to use and maintain applicable Operations Department equipment, tools, and materials such as chainsaws and chippers. Must be knowledgeable and have experience using chemicals for vegetation.
• Ability to use self-rescue devices and complete training.
• Must be able to read and decipher maps to determine right-of-way.
• Proficient computer skills with software applications (Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must possess good communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally, effectively, clearly, and pleasantly – both orally and in written form.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• The position requires balancing competing demands; it may occasionally require work beyond regular business hours.

Description

If you’ve been looking for an entry opportunity to join the largest electric cooperative in the state of Alabama, this just might be your sign! We’re now hiring for the position of ROW Operator I to join our Operations department in Summerdale. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to lift heavy equipment and materials (including hand tools and power tools), and the ability to read and decipher maps to determine right-of-way. Work is performed primarily outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather conditions. Applications are being accepted until 4 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026.

Salary & Benefits

• Qualified applicants can expect competitive wages with opportunities for long-term growth.

Insurance:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental/Health/Vision Coverage
• Long Term Disability
• Aflac Cancer Coverage
• 24-Hour Accident and Business Travel Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance

Retirement:

• NRECA Retirement Security Plan

Other Benefits:

• Flexible Spending Account Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Group Emergent and Air Emergent Transportation Coverage
• 9/80 Work Schedule

Company

Baldwin EMC is a member-owned cooperative providing reliable and affordable electric service to approximately 93,000 meters in Baldwin and Monroe Counties, including Alabama's Gulf Coast. The company vision is to be the leader as a member-focused, efficient and community-involved cooperative.