Consolidated, a cooperative in Central Ohio dedicated to improving the quality of life for our members and communities, is seeking a Line Mechanic A / Apprentice.

If you want to make a difference in the local community, love working outside, and are mechanically inclined - this might be the job for you. You’ll join a goal-oriented team where you’ll assist in all types of work involved in the installation, maintenance, operation, removal, rearrangement, and inspection of energized or de-energized electrical facilities. The position may start as a Ground Mechanic with the requirement of advancing on to Line Mechanic A through Ohio’s Electric Cooperatives Ohio Line Worker Training (COLT) program. A current Line Mechanic A is preferred.

Connect and respect are two words that describe what we ask of all Consolidated team members. We all work to foster internal and external relationships to promote the positive image and competitive position of the cooperative through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style and an attitude of humble service to the cooperative's members, trustees, and employees.

Join the Consolidated team in serving our members and communities!

Education and Experience Required:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experienced Journeyman Line Mechanic or willing to complete Line Mechanic training courses as required through COLT.
• Must have a good working knowledge of various circuit connections, voltage of lines, phasing and transformer connections, switching devices, ability to interpret field prints and switching diagrams, and know the fundamentals of electricity.
• Must have or be able to develop a good working knowledge of the Cooperative’s transmission and distribution standards.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Medical Examiner’s Certificate required or ability to obtain.
• Must be willing to abide by safety manual and outlined requirements.
• Must have ability to work aloft on poles, towers, and structures while climbing or working from bucket truck.
• Capable of making full use of available tools, equipment, and technologies.
• Effective communication, organization, planning, and leadership skills.
• Accuracy, self-motivation, and emotional intelligence are required.
• Aptitude to fulfill all the competencies for the position.

 Generous benefit package including:

• Paid Personal, Vacation, Holiday & Sick Leave Days.
• 401(k) (up to 7% contribution from co-op) & Defined Retirement (co-op funded) Plans.
• Dental, Vision, Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance paid for employee; Medical available at minimal cost.
• Education/development opportunities & more!

This role will be based out of the Delaware, OH office and will be subject to on-call duty requiring a residence within a distance that permits arrival at the reporting station within 30-minutes under normal conditions within 90-days of hire, unless otherwise approved. 

Consolidated is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon the completion and our evaluation of a drug screening test and a criminal background check in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations. Consolidated is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consolidated Core Competencies

Safety-Focused * Business Acumen * Communication * Personal-Effectiveness * Problem-Solving * Service-Oriented

Careers with Consolidated Cooperative’s family of companies. Consolidated Cooperative is a nonprofit, member-owned and controlled organization serving the needs of nearly 18,000 members in eight counties of north central Ohio. Our mission is improving the quality of life of our members & communities by providing local, high value energy & telecommunication services in fiscally & environmentally responsible ways. Our vision is to shape the future in our communities & be a top tier performing leader that spurs the future growth & economic vitality of our region.

About Consolidated Cooperative

Consolidated Cooperative, Inc., is an energy and communications company that provides services that make life better for its members. Consolidated is trusted by its members and has built a reputation for delivering dependable services. Motivated by a shared desire to serve, Consolidated's employees constantly look out for their members' needs. In the future, Consolidated will remain a leader in bringing innovative services to its communities. Today we offer electric, fiber internet, and gas services. As time goes on new services will be driven by and pursued based on our mission: to make life better for people in our communities. This is the reason Consolidated exists - always has been, always will be.

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