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Texas Electric Cooperatives, Inc.

Joint Use Specialist

Texas Electric Cooperatives, Inc., Johnson City, Texas, United States, 78636

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PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:

PEC Haley Road Offices - 300 Haley Road, Johnson City, TX 78636

$31.29 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

This position requires advanced understanding and demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals, utility policy and procedures to process requests for Joint Use of the Cooperative’s facilities. This position is responsible for ensuring safety and reliability for Joint Use entities.

Process Pole Attachment Permits including field verification inspections for new attachments

Ensure telecommunication attachers are in compliance with National Electric Safety Code, state law, and Cooperative standards

Coordinate and monitor projects, working directly with other Cooperative departments/districts, attaching entities, and construction contractors

Perform pre and post inspections for joint use

Work with Engineering personnel on load calculations

Provide information to support staff for the preparation of “make ready” costs

Draw or provide input to support staff to draw construction jobs

Inspecting facilities for safety issues including compliance with NESC, condition of Cooperative facilities, contractor and telecommunication attacher working environment

Maintain and update joint use permit documentation and databases, including joint use pole surveys and audits

Process applications for attachment, transfer, and make ready requests

Coordinate pre and post field inspections to ensure compliance with National Electric Safety Codes (NESC)

Conduct field inspections to identify violations and un-transferred communication attachments

Act as the main point of contact for joint use contracts, projects, and general questions, which includes communicating with utility companies, agencies, and construction personnel on a regular basis

Maintain records to ensure accurate billing and timely collection of fees

Process sanctions related to violations discovered in the field

Assist with development and designing existing or new processes related to joint use best practices in order to maintain compliance and system reliability

Define and implement contractor duties, responsibilities, and contracts as it relates to joint use pre and post inspections and make ready construction activities

Process data collected and distribute the data to appropriate internal parties and attachment companies

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 advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities None

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

Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and the National Electric Safety Code requirements relevant to distribution design issues

Knowledge of mathematics

Knowledge of the cooperatives distribution design and construction practices

Knowledge of utility service guidelines and policies

Knowledge of power system components, functions, ratings and limitations

Knowledge of roadway, security and other lighting design practices

Knowledge of specification book and the cooperative’s line extension policy

Knowledge of PEC Safety Manual

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

Ability to collaborate across departments including peers, customers, contractors, and agency personnel

Ability to exercise efficient time management, self-motivation, initiative, resourcefulness, and organization

Ability to make sound judgement when faced with problems and addressing situations

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

Associate’s Degree in a field related to electric utility distribution and power design OR

High School Diploma or equivalent AND

Three years of directly related work experience

Advanced technical coursework in electrical distribution systems preferred

Valid Texas Driver’s License 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 will be subject to rough terrain and inclement weather

The employee may be required to be trained in the proper use of chain saws and hand tools

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 50 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions

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.

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.

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