Reports to:      Director of Operations and Engineering

FLSA Status:  Non-exempt

Position Summary:

To assist in surveying, planning, routing, relocation, or rebuilding of existing or new electrical power lines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist crew leader in the design, routing, and layout of electric distribution and service facilities in accordance with mem­ber's requests, while satisfying RUS Specifica­tions and accepted practices for design and construction of rural lines. Assist in preparing staking sheets, customer job orders, and connection orders in accordance with the Cooperative's accepted practice.\
2. Operate and maintain transportation equipment, tools, and working equipment in proper condition; and report deficiencies or repairs needed.
3. Assist in preparing staking sheets and related agreements to accommodate joint use of poles and trenches by other utilities in accor­dance with the agreement with each utility.
4. Responsible for compliance with the Cooperative's safety rules, safety policies, and safety procedures.
5. Prepare sketches and plans, including necessary drafting as required.
6. In addition to these responsibilities, may be assigned by the Director of Operations and Engineering to perform other duties from time to time.

Working Environment:

The majority of the work schedule will be performed traveling to and working at various field locations within the service territory with some office time each day.  Individual must be willing to work in all weather conditions, including help with service restoration during storms.  Overtime may be required at times of heavy workload.