Staking Technician

Duck River Electric Membership Corporation; Martinsville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Staking Technician to join their Engineering Department. This role is pivotal as Staking Techs are the first point of contact for members requesting new electric and fiber services. Ideal candidates should possess a technical background in electrical or electronics engineering, with experience in public-facing roles. The company offers a supportive environment with a focus on safety, employee well-being, and professional development. Join a cooperative that values its members and employees, and be part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions.

Benefits

Front loaded pension plan

401(k) matched savings

Healthcare

HSA with employer contribution

Life-long learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Two years of college or technical school in electrical or electronics engineering required.
• Experience in public contact position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform staking functions and inspection of electric and fiber services.
• Provide technical recommendations to employees and members.

Skills

Designing services

Reading technical drawings

Estimating costs

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Two years of college or technical school in electrical or electronics engineering

Demonstrated work experience in a related technical or utility position

Tools

Engineering and mapping software

Computer applications

Job description

Staking Technician

South Central Indiana REMC

SCI REMC has an opening for a Staking Technician in the Engineering Department. Consider joining the SCI team with a company who truly cares about the safety and wellbeing of every team member.

SCI REMC is searching for either an experienced Staking Technician or a motivated, detail-oriented, quick learner who wants a challenging and rewarding career. Staking Techs are the first face our members meet for new electric/fiber services.

South Central Indiana REMC (SCI REMC) is a not-for-profit electric distribution, member-owned cooperative. The cooperative is a leader in distribution technology and is headquartered in Martinsville, Indiana. SCI REMC serves seven counties including Morgan, Monroe, Owen, Brown, Johnson, Putnam and Clay. SCI REMC also has a fiber division that offers broadband services to homes and businesses.

General Objectives

• Perform staking functions and inspection of new and/or existing single-phase electric and fiber services as requested by members;
• Perform staking functions and inspection of fiber and minor system improvements as assigned.
• Providing technical recommendations based upon current SCI guidelines to fellow employees and members.
• Leveraging opportunities to develop member support, understanding, and acceptance of the Engineering Department activities as they pertain to membership.
• More Experienced Staking Techs are also involved with system improvements staking, fiber drops and design recommendations.

If you are Interested in this great opportunity and meet the qualifications below,

apply confidentially through the SCI REMC website – www.sciremc.com/careers

Resumes received ONLY through the SCI website will be considered.

SCI REMC offers excellent benefits including a FRONT LOADED pension plan, 401(k) matched savings, healthcare, HSA with a generous employer contribution and much more. Joining the co-op family will prove to be a welcoming, friendly experience where employees are focused on providing the best service to all members and subscribers. Join this unique, not-for-profit business that truly values employees and encourages life-long learning and development.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• Two years of college or technical school in electrical or electronics engineering or equivalent, demonstrated work experience in a related technical or utility position.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a public contact position with related job duties, such as engineering, electrical, survey, or journeyman lineman preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have the ability to design requested services and to prepare staking sheets and material sheets for work orders, based on a review of the Service Order Request and a field inspection of the site.
• Must be able to read and interpret one lines, schematics, or technical drawings.
• Must have the ability to estimate the cost of a new service to the consumer and to the Cooperative.
• Must be very proficient with operating various computer applications and have the ability obtain and analyze customer information using engineering and mapping software.
• Must be capable of communicating actively with management, employees, members, personnel from other organizations and the general public.
• Must be able to work effectively on a daily basis with a variety of individuals.
• Must be regular in work attendance.
• Must be able to work independently to meet deadlines.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

SCI REMC is an EO Employer – Minorities/Female/Disabilities/Veterans