Employment Opportunities

If you are interested in joining the team at Warren County REMC, please send a resume and complete the employee application at the bottom of the page, or visit the office for a paper employment application.
Staking Engineer

Warren County REMC

Warren County REMC has an opening for a staking engineer. 

Warren County REMC is located in Williamsport, Indiana, on the western side of the state situated between the Wabash River and the Illinois state line. Williamsport is home to Fall Creek Gorge Nature Preserve, one of the most scenic areas in West Central Indiana. Purdue University, Mackey Arena, Ross-Ade Stadium, and The Lily Nature Center in nearby West Lafayette, are a short 30-mile drive away. The quality of life, attractive cost of living, rural setting and convenient location to cultural and shopping centers makes Williamsport one of Indiana’s best kept secrets.

A not-for-profit electric distribution, member-owned, non- union cooperative, Warren County REMC serves five counties including parts of Benton, Fountain, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, and Warren with over 1,045 miles of energized lines and 4,938 meters serving 3,848 members.

Successful candidates will meet the qualifications listed below, including possessing a valid driver’s license and they must live in or relocate to the Warren County vicinity or in a close proximity in Warren County REMC service area. 

Essential Functions:

As part of the cooperative’s operation’s team, the staking engineer will be involved with designing, staking, inspecting, and providing cost estimates for system improvements and new electric services to members. The staking engineer will be responsible for maintaining Warren County REMC’s Geographic Information System (GIS) and for designing and staking electrical facilities in accordance with Warren County REMC’s and the National Electric Safety Code’s requirements. 

We are searching for a highly motivated, detailed-oriented, quick learner who wants a challenging and rewarding career. General objectives for this position include:

  • Perform staking functions to design overhead and underground lines
  • Prepare staking sheets and construction drawings for services
  • Assist with work order inspections and suggest prospective work order implementation to assist in maintenance and operations of the distribution system
  • Work out design, access and right-of-way issues with members. Secure permission or easements
  • Must be familiar with operation of substations, sectionalizing equipment, regulators, bypass switches, proper fusing of the system, distribution layouts, feeds, and circuits
  • Evaluate, recommend and implement enhancements and upgrades to GIS system
  • Leverage opportunities to develop member support, understanding and acceptance of the co-op procedures and activities as they pertain to membership
  • Inspection of new and/or existing services
  • Train other employees on use of map-viewing software
  • Interface with customers regarding new service extensions and process work order estimates

The ideal candidate will have:

  • An associate degree is preferred in electrical technology, GIS, power line technology or related engineering field
  • Journeyman lineman status
  • Minimum of two years’ experience position with related job duties, such as engineering, electrical, survey, or similar role preferred
  • Candidates possessing experience in related fields may substitute for education recommendations
  • Be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and GIS software
  • General knowledge of electric utility distribution systems
  • The ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and field conditions
  • Must live within a 25-mile radius of the Warren County REMC
  • Normal working hours: 7:30- 4 p.m., Monday-Friday.  May be required to work for extended periods or varying schedules.  Must be available to assist with restoration activities as needed.

Compensation will be hourly pay based on experience.  Warren County REMC offers excellent benefits including a pension plan, 401(k) savings, healthcare, HSA with an employer contribution, vision, dental and L.T.D.  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. Join this unique, not-for-profit business that truly values employees and encourages life-long learning and development.  If you have the experience and abilities needed to be successful in this position, and you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

If you are Interested in this great opportunity and meet the qualifications above:

Apply online at Warren County REMC  https://www.wcremc.com/employment-opportunities or mail resume to Warren County REMC

c/o: Cory Reynolds
15 Midway St. 
Williamsport, IN 47993

Journeyman Line Worker

Warren County REMC

Warren County REMC has an opening for a journeyman line worker. 

Warren County REMC is a not-for-profit electric distribution, member-owned cooperative. The cooperative serves five counties including parts of Benton, Fountain, Tippecanoe, Vermillion, and Warren with over 1,045 miles of energized lines and 4,938 meters serving 3,848 members.

Warren Co. County REMC is located in Williamsport, Indiana, on the western side of the state situated between the Wabash River and the Illinois state line. Williamsport is home to Fall Creek Gorge Nature Preserve, one of the most scenic areas in West Central Indiana. Purdue University, Mackey Arena, Ross-Ade Stadium, and The Lily Nature Center in nearby West Lafayette, are a short 30-mile drive away. The quality of life, attractive cost of living, rural setting and convenient location to cultural and shopping centers makes Williamsport one of Indiana’s best kept secrets.

Successful candidates will meet the qualifications listed below, including possessing a valid Class A CDL and must live in or relocate with a 25-mile radius of the Warren County REMC headquarters.

The journeyman line worker is responsible for line construction, installation and maintenance, and to assure continuity of service for the rural electric distribution system. To be successful in this role, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the position in a satisfactory manner.

Essential Functions:

  • Work safely while performing new construction and maintenance of energized/de-energized work
  • Install single- and three-phase overhead and underground transformers
  • Install security lights, regulators, capacitors and protective line equipment
  • Frequently work with or near energized lines (normally in voltage classes of 7.2KV to 12.47KV)
  • Operate fuses, switches and sectionalizing equipment in distribution systems
  • Perform substation maintenance and switching procedures
  • Follow industry-accepted best practices for installation and maintenance of underground and overhead power lines
  • Support power restoration duties after an outage.  Troubleshoot problems in primary and secondary systems
  • Complete service orders required for the position
  • Consistent availability for on-call duties as requested
  • Properly maintain and show care for essential job-related equipment

Education and/or Experience:

  • Qualified applicant must have a valid Indiana CDL driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent
  • Candidate must have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program by the U.S. Department of Labor
  • CPR- and First Aid-certified
  • Basic mathematical abilities
  • Team-oriented
  • Applicant must pass a pre-employment drug test 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of the principles and practice in line construction service and operation, and maintenance requirements of an electric distribution system
  • Working knowledge of the operations, maintenance and repair of switching and sectionalizing equipment
  • Working knowledge of the installation of transformers, wiring of transformer banks, regulators, capacitors and other electrical equipment
  • Working knowledge of RUS specifications, National Electric Code and National Electric Safety Code; also, state and county electrical requirements
  • Good interpersonal communication skills to work closely with members and other employees
  • Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding sensitive member information, such as disconnections for non-payment
  • Ability to follow directions of supervisor and senior members of the team
  • Position involves outside work in all kinds of weather, some heavy lifting, occasional overtime and overnight travel
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds from waist height unassisted
  • Ability to make informed decisions efficiently and effectively
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and manage tasks and time effectively.  Ability to consistently meet deadlines
  • Candidate must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate the mechanical and physical ability to perform the work.

 

Warren County REMC offers excellent benefits including a pension plan, 401(k) savings, healthcare, HSA with an employer contribution, vision, dental and L.T.D.  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. Join this unique, not-for-profit business that truly values employees and encourages life-long learning and development.  If you have the experience and abilities needed to be successful in this position, and you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

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

Apply online at Warren County REMC  https://www.wcremc.com/employment-opportunities or mail resume to Warren County REMC

c/o: Cory Reynolds
15 Midway St. 
Williamsport, IN 47993

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I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I understand that this application is not and is not intended to be a contract of employment.

In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or
interview(s) may result in discharge. I understand, also, that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the Company.

I understand that my employment shall be contingent upon proof of identity and verification of eligibility for employment it the United States in accordance with the Immigration Reform an Control Act of 1986. I further understand that my employment is contingent upon successful completion of the employment process which may include, but is not limited to, reference check, drug screen, criminal background check and completion of a health evaluation form.

Upon offer of employment, I do herby agree to submit to such physical examinations as Warren County REMC may require. I understand such examinations will determine the presence of alcohol, drugs, or controlled substances. I understand that positive test results or refusal to consent to these tests will disqualify me from employment. I agree, that should I fail any medical examination, I may not be hired; or if hired, I could be terminated.

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