Tennessee Valley Public Power Association

(07/22/10) ELECTRICAL ENGINEER — Mesa Associates Inc, a world class engineering firm specializing in electric utility engineering with over 400 employees and offices in five states, is seeking to fill positions in our Knoxville Tennessee office.

Position Title: Substation Engineer

Education/Experience: BS Degree in Electrical Engineering with two years experience minimum in the electric power field. A PE is preferred but not required. A FE is a minimum requirement.

Responsibilities:

Interfacing directly with customers and engineering team.
Producing engineering documents (drawings, specifications, & relay settings)
Providing construction support as necessary

Skills Required:
Ideal candidate shall possess or have the ability to obtain the following skills:

Have the ability to analyze and solve protective relaying schemes.
Possess working knowledge of computers and software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite
Microstation experience is a plus
SEL Relay experience is also a plus
Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
Possess Working knowledge of SEL software and applications
Have a familiarity with the NEC and NESC
Ability to perform engineering calculations such as short circuit, battery studies, voltage drop, etc
Capable (or desire to learn) electrical physical substation design and protection & control.

Applicant must be a resourceful self-starter able to work both independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision. Must have good communications skills a proactive attitude and be open to occasional travel.

Mesa Associates Inc has an excellent benefits package and extremely competitive salaries. Work is primarily in the office with 10% travel and field time. All qualified applicants may email their resume, salary requirements, and minimum of three references to khurst@mesainc.com 865.671.5416 with the word resume in the subject line. Mesa is a drug free work place with pre-employment drug testing. EEO employer.

(07/21/10) GENERAL MANAGER — Franklin Electric Plant Board, in Franklin, Kentucky is seeking candidates for the position of General Manager. This position is responsible for managing all administrative activities including customer service, accounting, finances, industrial development and community relations. In addition manages all operations, maintenance, engineering, and construction aspects of an electric utility. This utility is a city municipal electric power distributor and is a full-requirements contract-bound customer of the Tennessee Valley Authority, serving approximately 4,800 customer in the immediate vicinity of Franklin, Kentucky.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer or ability to obtain a P.E.
Five plus years supervisory/management experience in design/operation of electric distribution and substation operations.
Experience in planning and design of distribution voltages from 13kV to 161 kV both overhead and underground.
Experience in electric substation protection and control systems.
Must have the ability to manage relationships between the utility and its board of directors, employees, community, TVA and local government.

Qualified applicants should send their resume, salary history and references to : Franklin Electric Plant Board, 309 N. High St., Franklin, KY 42134, Attn: John Craddock, Board Chairman or email jlpjcraddock871@comcast.net. Resumes accepted until position is filled.

(07/13/10) JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN — The Lenoir City Utilities Board (LCUB) will be accepting applications for the position of Journeyman Lineman.

Requirements:

Minimum five years experience in distribution and transmission circuits
CDL License
High School Diploma or GED
Completion of an approved Apprentice Program such as TVPPA, SELCAT, etc.

Applications may be picked up at LCUB’s Main Office located at 200 Depot Street, Lenoir City, Tennessee 37771 and should be submitted no later than 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 30, 2010. Please send applications to Mike Hall, Superintendent of Operations, P.O. Box 449, Lenoir City, Tennessee 37771. LCUB is an equal opportunity employer.

(07/13/10) MEDIUM/HEAVY DUTY TRUCK TECHNICIAN — The Lenoir City Utilities Board (LCUB) will be accepting applications for the position of Vehicle Maintenance Man.

Requirements:

Minimum five years experience required in the medium/heavy duty truck maintenance field.
ASE Certification in air & hydraulic brakes.
CDL License required.
Diesel engine experience a plus.

(07/13/10) CLASS B SINGLE AND THREE PHASE METERMAN — Johnson City Power Board has an opening for a Class B Single and Three
Phase Meterman. Position will perform the following duties and any other
duties assigned by supervisor.

Tests, calibrates and repairs kWh meters.
Tests CTs (current transformers) and PTs (potential transformers for
accuracy.
Performs single and three phase voltage and current checks on system.
Maintains records of meter tests.
Prepares monthly reports of meters tested.
Test water heaters.
Read commercial meters monthly.
Perform substation metering inspections and write reports to be submitted to Supervisor of Metering.
Perform duties of meter reader and order worker when directed by supervisor.
Install and program metering equipment for residential, commercial and industrial consumers.
Perform duties of apprentice meterman as directed by supervisor.
Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
Maintain any vehicle assigned to them.
Answer telephone during power outages as required.
Be available for after hours problem repairs, outages and scheduled work which would include working the fair share of all necessary overtime.
Must maintain valid TN driver’s license.

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Technical certification in watt-hour metering (usually obtained from a correspondence school and requiring two years to complete) is mandatory. Four years prior experience required. Approximately 50% of this position is performed outside in varying weather conditions. The other 50% is performed in a normal office environment.

Please submit resume with references to Human Resource, Johnson City Power Board, P.O. Box 1636, Johnson City, Tennessee 37605 or by e-mail to jperkins@jcpb.com. Johnson City Power Board is an equal opportunity employer. Please respond by July 16, 2010.

(07/01/10) PROJECT ENGINEER — Columbus, MS, Light & Water Department (CL&W) seeks a Project Engineer to oversee customer development, special projects, utility design, construction and operation of the Columbus electric system. The position reports to the General Manager and works closely with the Electric Superintendent, Electrical Engineer and various department managers. Assignments will include working with other CL&W divisions, contractors, and the Board of Directors in planning and obtaining short- and long-range objectives for the utility.

Job Requirements

Analyze, compile, and monitor financial budgets
Analyze, develop, communicate and reinforce operating and safety procedures, ensuring compliance with all CL&W policies and procedures, as well as rules, regulations and laws applicable to electric distribution
Facilitate and support continuous employee development
Proactively resolve problems with employees, customers, contractors and others as required
Develop and foster community activities for the electric division, as well as with other CL&W divisions with customers, contractors and local officials
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university; emphasis in Power Distribution preferred; Seven to ten years of management experience
Strong analytical and time management skills
Must have strong interpersonal skills to include: written, oral and team
Ability to work independently and use judgment in decision making
Ability to obtain results through directing supervisor and management level employees
Computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook

Benefits
CL&W offers Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance for employee; Public Employees' Retirement System of Mississippi (state retirement); tax-deferred agency matching investment plan; 9+ paid holidays per year; up to 8 days of paid vacation/personal time off first year; up to 12 days of sick leave first year; Federal Credit Union; elective benefits also available such as cancer, GAP, life, dependent life, disability, AD&D. Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications.

CL&W is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants must submit resume to Christy Wright, Columbus Light & Water Department, P.O. Box 949, Columbus, MS 39703-0949 or cwright@columbus-lw.com. Position will be closed for applications on July 9, 2010.

(07/01/10) CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO) — Clarksville Department of Electricity, an electric municipal in Clarksville, TN, serving 58,000+ customers, is seeking a CFO. This position reports directly to the Superintendent and is responsible for all financial and fiscal management aspects of the utility. Provides leadership and coordination in the administrative, business planning, accounting, and budgeting efforts of the company. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements. Oversees the approval and processing of revenue, expenditure, and position control documents, department budgets, mass salary updates, ledger, and account maintenance and data entry. Coordinates the preparation of financial statements, financial reports, special analyses, and information reports. Prepares the utility’s annual budget and supporting documents; prepares annual report to TVA. Develops and implements finance, accounting, billing, and auditing procedures. Establishes and maintains appropriate internal control safeguards. Develops and directs the implementation of strategic business and/or operational plans, projects, programs, and systems. Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting, 5+ years experience in senior-level finance or accounting position, and a CPA. At least 5 years experience in the utility industry is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Send resume, salary history, and references to: Johnnie Rasch, P. O. Box 31509, Clarksville, TN 37040-0026, or e-mail jrasch@clarksvillede.com.

(07/01/10) ELECTRICAL ENGINEER — Duck River Electric Membership Corporation is seeking an Electrical Engineer. DREMC, an electric cooperative serving 70,000 members in southern middle Tennessee, is actively involved in planning and expanding their GIS, SCADA, and AMI systems, and continues construction and improvement of substation and distribution line facilities. Candidate must possess a B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Power Option preferred) from an ABET accredited program. Previous experience with an electric utility may be a plus, however recent graduates and candidates from other fields will also be considered. Candidate must possess high technical and problem solving skills. Candidate must be proficient in the use of personal computers and software including Windows, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of an electrical utility, including system protection schemes and symmetrical components may be a plus. Experience with MilSoft WindMil, Autocad, ESRI, SEL relays, GIS and SCADA may be a plus. Candidate must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions and inside electrical substations.

Resumes should be mailed no later than Friday, August 6, 2010 to: Marilyn McKelvey, Executive Assistant, Duck River EMC, PO Box 89, Shelbyville, TN 37160

An Equal Opportunity Employer

(07/01/10) JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN — Fort Loudoun Electrical Cooperative (FLEC), Vonore, TN, seeks qualified candidates for the position of Journeyman Lineman. FLEC is a member-owned electric cooperative serving more than 31,000 customers in 3 counties of East Tennessee. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least five years of line work experience.

Accountabilities shall include:

Construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines and facilities.
Perform hot line work.
Must possess knowledge of RUS construction specifications.
Must have a CDL.
Must be able to climb, stoop, lift and bend. Required to climb up to 65 feet.

FLEC offers an excellent benefits package, and a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please submit resume including salary history and references to: Lisa Lingerfelt, PO Box 1030, Vonore, TN, 37885. Email lisa.lingerfelt@flec.org. Fax: 423.884.2115. EOE/Workplace.

(06/15/10) ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT — The City of Oxford, MS, Electric Department seeks a qualified Assistant Superintendent.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Engineering, Accounting or Business degree with senior level of management in an electric utility is required. Must have a valid driver’s license and bondable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, power supply requirements, construction and maintenance standards, operating and safety standards, personnel practices, and accounting principles as related to utility systems; Knowledge of utility policy development under Mississippi State Law regarding utilities. Skill in writing specifications for materials, supplies, and equipment. Skill in reviewing time reports for meter reading, system construction, operation, and maintenance. Ability to coordinate activities of the Electric Department with other City Departments. Ability to conduct research and prepare reports of findings. Make decisions within specified time restraints. Communicate effectively with residents, elected officials, other City employees, contractors, etc. both orally and written.

Applications may be obtained and submitted at City Hall, 107 Courthouse Square, Oxford, MS. This position is open until filled. Applications may also be printed from our website at www.oxfordms.net. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

(06/15/10) CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/GENERAL MANAGER — The Board of Directors of 4-County Electric Power Association invites applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The current CEO has announced her retirement and the Board is currently undergoing the search process.

4-County Electric Power Association is a not-for-profit electrical distribution cooperative. 4-County has been providing affordable and reliable electricity to our members since 1939 as well as striving to serve as a good neighbor and a positive force in the communities in which we work and live. We currently serve more than 45,000 members spread throughout eight counties in eastern Mississippi. The organization consists of 147 dedicated employees working in six locations with revenue in excess of 100 million dollars.

The successful candidate should have a proven track record of leadership with strong business skills and a minimum of 10 years of supervisory experience at the senior management level in the electric utility industry. Cooperative experience is a plus; a demonstrated understanding of the cooperative principles is required. Knowledge in the areas of strategic planning, board relations, employee relations, rate issues and member relations are required. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and personal/people skills. A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field is required.

The cooperative offers the NRECA benefits package, including a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications. Please send resume, at least three professional references, and cover letter by July 12, 2010 to: Mitchell McNutt & Sams, PA, Attn: David L. Sanders, Esq., PO Box 1366, Columbus, MS 39703-1366; Email: Dsanders@mitchellmcnutt.com. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All replies are confidential.

(06/15/10) MANAGER OF ENGINEERING — Coweta-Fayette Electric Membership Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is recognized as one of the most progressive electric membership cooperatives in Georgia, serving customers in portions of six counties. Coweta Fayette EMC is accepting applications for a Manager of Engineering. The minimum requirements for this position are: BS/BA Diploma in electrical engineering from a certified college or university. Require successful completion of the E.I.T. examination and five years experience as an electrical engineer in electric utility distribution systems. Required to be a Registered Professional Electrical Engineer or to be obtained within two years of employment. Require knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code and RUS drawings and specifications. Required to have computer skills with application knowledge of spreadsheets, database structures and word processing. Prefer previous experience with an electric utility in operations and maintenance. Required to comply with all D.O.T. regulations and maintain current driver's license. Required to successfully pass Coweta-Fayette's physical exam and drug screens. Require excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with all levels of cooperative personnel.

Negotiable salary depending on qualifications with excellent benefit package. Qualified applicants may email resume, with salary requirements, to: mrobbins@utility.org. Be sure you specify that you are applying for the Manager of Engineering position.

06/04/10) MANAGER OF ENGINEERING — Pennyrile Rural Electric, Hopkinsville KY, is recruiting for a manager of engineering to supervise the engineering, planning and electrical analysis of the distribution system. Oversees the design, construction and implementation of major projects; supervises/designs electrical-system modifications/expansions; comprehensive knowledge of theories/principles of electrical engineering, electric systems operation, maintenance, construction and personnel requirements; thorough knowledge of cost estimates, construction timetables and project specifications. This position requires a BS in electrical engineering and experience in electric utility operations…possession of or ability to obtain a PE License within the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Negotiable salary depending on qualifications with excellent benefit package. Send resumes to HR Dept, Pennyrile Electric, PO Box 2900, Hopkinsville, KY 42241

(04/13/10) Electrical Engineer — Fulghum, MacIndoe & Assoc. Inc., a Knoxville-based Civil, Environmental and Electrical Engineering Firm, is receiving resumes for Manager of the company's Electrical Engineering Group. The electrical group provides planning, design, design-build, line staking services for municipalities, cooperatives and public utilities. The desired candidate must be a team player with an entrepreneurial spirit, seeking to grow professionally and have the minimum qualifications:

B.S., P.E., Electrical Engineering
10+ years in the power utility field, with experience in planning and design of distribution and transmission, both overhead and underground, and substations
Ability to develop, grow and oversee Electrical Engineering business operations
Lead current staff of electrical technicians
Prepare project specific reports and calculations
Experience in electric substation design and electrical system improvements

Qualified applicants should send a resume and references to: Fulghum, MacIndoe & Associates, Inc., Attn: Michael MacIndoe, P.E., 10330 Hardin Valley Road, Suite 201, Knoxville TN 37932 or by email to macindoe@fulghummacindoe.com. Resumes will be accepted until position is filled. EOE.