Do you want to work with a team that’s focused on cooperation and service?  San Miguel Power Association, Inc. (SMPA) is seeking to fill the position of Journey Line Technician.  The successful applicant will report to our Telluride office location within our picturesque service territory.  SMPA is a non-profit electric cooperative with an 80-year record of service to our membership. SMPA includes a positive atmosphere, a culture rooted in teamwork, a 4-10 work schedule, and offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

COMPANY (www.smpa.com)

San Miguel Power Association, Inc. is a non-profit, locally-controlled rural electric cooperative with business offices in Nucla and Ridgway, Colorado.  SMPA serves approximately 9,600 members and 14,000 meters and supports local communities.

Founded in 1938, SMPA takes a progressive approach to service and technology and has a forward-thinking philosophy on power supply and other trends of the industry.  It is the Mission of SMPA to demonstrate corporate responsibility and community service while providing our members with safe, reliable, cost effective and environmentally responsible electrical service.

SMPA has a corporate culture of safety.  We achieve this through:

• Strong communications
• Team work, and a willingness to speak up when necessary
• Participation, and direct involvement in our safety programs

LOCATION

Our beautiful service territory located on the Western Slope of Colorado, includes all or parts of seven counties.  See Map.  San Miguel Power’s corporate office is located in Nucla, Colorado with office locations in Ridgway, Telluride, and Silverton. 

The Western Slope of Colorado offers welcoming, community-minded towns situated in some of the most majestic mountain views in the state.  We support learning, creativity and culture.  We share a deep connection to the outdoors. We are committed to being economically sustainable and ecologically responsible.  For more information, please visit the links below.

Nucla-Naturita ~ Pioneers Redefined

Ridgway, Colorado ~ gateway to the San Juan Mountains and an undiscovered gem of southwestern Colorado.  Think Outside.

Explore Telluride

Meet Montrose – Simply Colorado

JOB SUMMARY

This position

• Performs distribution and transmission line construction and maintenance activities in a safe and professional manner.  
• Constructs distribution and transmission facilities both overhead and underground.
• Must be thoroughly capable in distribution and transmission line construction techniques both from aerial lift and from the pole.
• Must be able to operate heavy utility trucks and equipment in variety of weather and terrain conditions.
• Maintains a safe and positive work culture and professional environment.

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFICATIONS

This job requires

• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• A completed valid four-year Apprenticeship Program recognized by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Labor.
• An employee to read, write and evaluate situations.
• Working knowledge in distribution, transmission, and substation, underground and overhead installations, methods, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of all regulatory compliance, DOT, Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure, OSHA and SMPA safety procedures.
• To be certified and have thorough knowledge of first aid and CPR and use of AED.
• An employee to represent the co-op in a progressive, positive, and professional manner in all relationships, both internal and external.
• Strong computer skills in relation to the position.
• A valid Class A, Commercial Colorado driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

The Journey Line Technician

• Knowledge of principles and practices in line construction service and operations and maintenance requirements in an electric distribution system.
• Ability to read and interpret staking sheets, all RUS specifications and line construction assemblies, the NEC and National Electric Safety Code.
• The ability to interpret the Cooperative’s layout of electrical substation, transmission and distribution lines.
• A working knowledge of the policies and procedures of San Miguel Power Association.
• The ability to complete certification courses offered through SMPA that are relevant to position.
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills.
• The understanding and application of the concept of providing quality electric service to SMPA members and commitment to superior customer service.