Staking Technician

Company Description

Since 1939, MJM Electric Cooperative has been serving more than 7,800 members in portions of Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery, Bond, Fayette, Greene and Madison counties.  MJM Electric Cooperative employs over 35 dedicated team members and has annual revenues over $21 million.  MJM Electric Cooperative is a member of Wabash Valley Power Alliance and the Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives.

Job Description

Purpose: To support the engineering department by performing staking functions and inspecting system improvements of new and/or existing electric services as well as leveraging opportunities to develop member support, understanding, and acceptance of the engineering department’s activities as they pertain to membership.

SUPERIOR SERVICE:

Exhibits respect and courtesy to the customer whether a Member, another employee, an MJM contracted vendor/supplier or goods and services, or staff of affiliated organization. Values the member by communicating with tact and diplomacy. Uses listening skills to determine the member’s expectations. Views self as a problem solver who can seek and find solutions. Responds promptly to member’s request either by handling the request or forwarding to the employee who can: follows up to see that expectations were met. Deals with change in a flexible, positive manner. Views self as an ambassador of the cooperative demonstrating and communicating a positive image of their own professionalism and that of the cooperative.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

• To interact with MJM Members in a professional manner about the use and cost of electricity and promote the value-added services offered by MJM and treat all Members with respect and dignity.
• To coordinate work with other departments to produce excellent public relations by providing service with minimum delay and at minimum cost.
• To design electric lines within all standards and specifications to ensure adequate, safe and reliable service to the Members.
• To provide timely, accurate, informative customer service for the site developers/contractors/Members.
• To consistently comply with all MJM safety rules and policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Remains current on all long- and short-range operational work plans to design and complete staking requirements for construction of the electric distribution system including primary and secondary conductors, transformers, voltage regulators, capacitors, oil circuit reclosers and metering equipment.
• Verifies that all design and staking complies with the National Electric Safety Code and MJM’s line extension policies. Reports irregularities and abnormal conditions to the Director of Engineering.
• Stakes power lines and draws staking sheets for new services and system improvements.
• While in transit, surveys and makes visual inspection of all facilities for defects, proper clearance, and potential safety hazards.
• Secures right-of-way easements when needed.
• Detects all service entrance locations and determines transformer and conductor sizes from information provided.
• Makes changes and updates on maps.
• Discusses with developers their construction schedules and power requirements.
• Works to satisfy developer/contractor/Member needs while conveying MJM policies, rules and regulations.
• Clarifies with developers what equipment will be furnished by MJM and what the Member will furnish to meet the developer’s requirements.
• Assists with voltage complaints, interprets data, and takes corrective action; follows-up with appropriate staff.
• Knowledge of TWACS equipment, distribution equipment and electric metering equipment.
• Knowledge of Member owned distributed generation and interconnection to MJM facilities. Assist members when needed.
• Completes and files any reports/forms used relating to the performance of duties or as required by law or regulations.
• Safeguards fellow workers’ health and welfare by maintaining an alert attitude to possible hazards.
• Operates MJM vehicles in accordance with all laws.
• Must be able to perform overtime as required, especially during adverse weather conditions to maintain MJM’s operating condition.
• Must be flexible to accommodate appointments before and/or after regular business hours.
• Fulfills other duties as required within the skill and training of the position including completing training programs if requested by the co-op.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Mathematical Skills – Must have the ability to apply basic concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability – Must have the abi