Staking Technician

Minnesota Rural Electric Association; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

8 holidays

Health, dental, life and disability保险

Job summary

Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative in Albert Lea, MN seeks a Staking Technician to design and stake new construction, prepare work orders and permits, and ensure designs meet RUS and NESC standards. You will work with members, landowners, electricians, and officials to secure easements and support project planning.

Qualifications include an associate’s degree or 6+ years of line construction experience and a valid Class D driver's license. Competitive pay and full benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 6+ years of line construction experience.
• Valid Class D driver's license.
• Ability to design and stake new construction projects meeting RUS and NESC standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and stake new construction projects.
• Prepare work orders and permits.
• Coordinate with members, landowners, electricians and officials; secure easements and provide service guidance.
• Assist with inspections and determine construction specifications.
• Coordinate with Minnesota One Call and support emergency response.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Project design

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or 6 years experience

Tools

NESC standards

RUS standards

Job description

We’re looking for a talented Staking Technician who loves a good challenge and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves—whether that means designing new services, mapping out upgrades, or answering the age-old question, “Can we run power there?” If you enjoy helping members, collaborating with electricians and engineers, and occasionally feeling like the person who knows the secret map of the entire service territory, this is the job for you.

In this role, you’ll design and stake new construction projects, prepare work orders and permits, and ensure all designs meet RUS and NESC standards. You’ll work closely with members, landowners, electricians, and local officials to secure easements, provide service guidance, resolve issues, and support project planning. You’ll also assist with inspections, determine construction specifications, coordinate with Minnesota One Call, and support emergency response needs.

An associate’s degree or a minimum of 6 years of line construction experience is required. This position requires possession of a valid Class D driver's license at a minimum. See a full job description on our website at www.fmec.coop.

The starting pay range for the position is $41.47 - $55.20 per hour.

Benefits Offerings Include

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 8 holidays each year
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, life insurance and long-term disability plans
• Retirement plan
• Health Savings Account and tax-free expense account for dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social and financial well-being

Interested Parties Should Complete The Application Form Found At Www.fmec.coop And Submit Or Mail, Along With a Current Résumé To Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative Attn: Human Resources PO Box 611, Albert Lea, MN 56007

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday, August 24, 2026

Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer.