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POSITION: JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN- Animas NM
Columbus Electric Cooperative has an immediate opening for a qualified Journeyman Lineman with at least four years of experience in the construction and maintenance of electric distribution and transmission lines. Completion of a four-year apprentice training program is desired.
Columbus Electric owns and operates over 2,100 miles of distribution power lines in southwestern New Mexico and southeastern Arizona. We have a headquarters office in Deming, NM and a service center in Animas, NM.
We have a competitive compensation package and are equal opportunity employer.
A detailed job description and an application can be obtained below:
Journeyman Lineman Job Description
Please submit your completed application for employment, resume and a letter of interest to Susanna Morris HR.
Email - suem@col-coop.com or
Mail - Columbus Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Susanna Morris Human Resources
P.O. Box 631
Deming, NM 88031
This position will remain open until filled. This is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
POSITION: SERVICE TECHNICIAN 1
Salary $37,000 - $52,000 based on applicable experience and skill
The Service Technician 1 is responsible for assisting and supporting the Cooperative’s Automated Metering Infrastructure, Vegetation Management Plan and miscellaneous duties.
This position performs trouble shooting and correcting problems with devices, including electric meters, relays and access points, in the office and in the field. Downloads and reviews AMI trouble reports daily. Installs and removes voltage recorders and power monitoring equipment on single-phase installations. Performs single-phase meter change outs, connects and disconnects with minimal supervision. Tests meters and associated equipment for accuracy, tampering, and integrated devices functionality. Operates and maintains test equipment and overhauls and repairs meters. Collects, monitors and tracks accurate readings, records and information of devices, line inspections, substation inspections and maintenance programs in excel. Processes and tracks remedial actions. Monitors red flag warnings. Monitors VMP targets.
Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A combination of education and experience in technical training or a few years in electrical/metering work. Previous electric utility experience is preferred. Possess and maintains a valid New Mexico Driver’s License (Class A CDL preferred)
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a retirement security plan, 401k plan, medical, dental and life insurance.
A detailed job description and an application can be obtained at www.columbusco-op.org/careers
Service Tech 1 Job Description
Please submit your completed application for employment, resume and a letter of interest to Susanna Morris HR
Email - suem@col-coop.com or
Mail - Columbus Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Susanna Morris Human Resources
P.O. Box 631 Deming, NM 88031
Columbus Electric owns and operates over 2,100 miles of distribution power lines in southwestern New Mexico and southeastern Arizona. We have a headquarters office in Deming, NM and a service center in Animas, NM.
This position will remain open until filled. This is an equal opportunity provider and employer.