What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISTRICT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR position at WITHLACOOCHEE RIVER ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC?
Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative is one of the largest electric cooperatives in the US with over 281,000 members and over 12,000 miles of energized lines. WREC’s service area is located along Florida’s Nature Coast in Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus counties and is conveniently situated between Tampa, Orlando, and the gulf beaches. Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative (WREC) is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapters 316 and 440.
WREC proudly offers highly competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package that includes:
- Retirement plans (Pension & 401K plan with company match)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Vacation & Sick Leave
Scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Responsibilities:
- Install ground rods for new construction and maintenance for service reliability.
- Requires physical ability in sitting, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, working overhead, bending, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, using fingers, holding, grasping, talking, and hearing, defined heavy work.
- Requires the ability to acquire knowledge of all Cooperative safety rules, policies, and procedures.
- Requires ability to work irregular hours for assignment completion and to report to work on short notice during emergency situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.