Senior Telecommunications Technician/Electrician – North Dakota (Contemplative Vacancy)
Location: Coal Creek Transmission, Underwood, North Dakota

Schedules shall be any combination of eight, ten- or twelve-hour shifts.

Posting application deadline is May 6, 2025

The hourly rate for this position is $60.32/hourly. We offer market competitive base pay. Our robust Total Rewards package includes exceptional benefits and retirement, a focus on continuous engagement, recognition, personal and professional development, and an emphasis on work-life effectiveness.

Powering What's Possible: The Power that makes Great River Energy (GRE) an industry leader is our employees.

GRE has an opening for a Senior Telecommunications Technician/Electrician to provide for the operation, installation, testing, checkout and maintenance of telecommunication and associated equipment on the GRE system. Responsible for working safely independently, safely as a member of the crew and directs co-workers in a safe manner while following GRE safety rules, procedures, and guidelines. Keeps supervising manager informed of overall conditions and status of work activities.

Job responsibilities:
· Directs, performs, and/or assists in the installation, testing, checkout and maintenance of telecommunication equipment such as fiber optics systems, network routers and switches, modems, electrical and network cabling, wireless access points, point to point radio, voice and data systems, supervisory controls and data acquisition (SCADA), digital and analog equipment, mobile radio systems, phone systems, mobile telematics, LTE amplifier, telecommunication generators, batteries and chargers.
· Coordinates work activities and provides work direction to co-workers in the field.
· Develops and updates maintenance procedures along with maintaining equipment records in area of responsibility.
· Performs all other related duties and special projects as assigned by the supervising manager.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Minimum education requirements include a two-year telecommunication, or networking technology, or related degree; or a diploma and/or certifications with 3+ years’ experience and knowledge in telecommunications, networks, or wireless communications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

· Knowledge of RF, IP networks and SCADA systems.

· Ability to install, operate, and maintain RF equipment.

· Ability to install, operate, and maintain trunk mobile radio equipment.

· Ability to install, operate, and maintain MPLS/fiber network equipment.

· Ability to install, operate, and maintain SCADA.

· Ability to install, operate, and maintain IP Networks.

· Knowledge of AC and DC circuits including Ohm’s law.

· Knowledge of safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.

· Knowledge of AC power measurement, familiarity with inductance, capacitance, and power factor.

· Skilled at effective communication that includes good interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication.

· Skill and ability to use personal computers and related software including test equipment software, asset management software, Windows-based programs, and email.

· Ability to perform “switching personnel” duties when required.

· Ability to coordinate work or tasks and delegate if needed to appropriate personnel.

· Ability to be self-motivated and be able to work alone without direct supervision.

· Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license to perform the essential job functions.

· Ability to maintain a current medical card to perform the essential job functions.

· Knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment.

· Skill and ability to read circuit diagrams, prints, and drawings.

· Ability to distinguish colors on wires, control panels, and equipment.

· Ability and responsibility to work safely alone and with others while following GRE safety rules, certifications and procedures.

· Ability and responsibility to ensure security procedures are followed including immediate notification of potential incidents.

· Ensure employees and contractors are aware of and adhere to security processes and procedures.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions will be indoors and outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather conditions. There will be some overnight travel, overtime and/or working weekends. Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. This job requires the ability to climb, work heights and work with arms above your head. Ability to kneel and squat on a frequent basis is required along with occasional work in confined space areas. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.

Note: Application deadline is May 6, 2025.

Apply:

Qualified professionals will find we have a lot to offer: competitive compensation, continued education, generous retirement plan, along with many more benefits.

Qualified candidates, please apply at www.greatriverenergy.com under the Careers tab by May 6, 2025. GRE values diversity, equity, and inclusion and we are an equal employment opportunity employer.

About Great River Energy

Powering what’s possible Great River Energy is a not-for-profit electricity provider owned by our 26 distribution cooperatives in Minnesota and Wisconsin for which we generate and transmit electricity. We provide wholesale electric service to our member owners who distribute electricity to approximately 660,000 member consumers - or about 1.7 million people. A diverse mix of generation resources - Our power plants generate more than 2,800 megawatts of electricity and several solar arrays capable of producing 650 kilowatts. In addition, we purchase wind and hydroelectric energy. Your electricity is delivered through power lines to you. Every time you plug in your toaster, television or other electrical device, a system of power lines goes to work to bring you the power you need. Our job at Great River Energy is to keep the lights on by providing a safe & reliable supply of electricity.

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