Operations and Maintenance Technician

Department: Electric Services – Dual Role (Test DepartmentOperations) Location: Serves Caldwell, Watauga, AsheAlleghany Districts

About the Role

Are you ready to put your technical skills to work in a role that directly impacts our members and our communities? We're looking for an OperationsMaintenance Technician who thrives on problem-solving, enjoys working outdoors, and is committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

In this role, you'll support both our Test Department and Operations Team, handling everything from meter installations to right-of-way programs. You'll be the person our members can count on to keep their lights on and their service running smoothly-while ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency in everything you do.

What You'll Do

As an O&M Technician, your day may include:

- Delivering outstanding customer service with a personal touch.

- Connecting, disconnecting, and exchanging electric meters.

- Installing and troubleshooting load control devices and AMI metering equipment.

- Performing inspections on poles, lines, and substations.

- Investigating service concerns such as high usage, voltage issues, or safety hazards.

- Supporting outage response by patrolling lines, fusing, tripping breakers, and assisting line technicians from the ground.

- Managing vegetation and right-of-way contractors to ensure safe, reliable service.

- Maintaining accurate system records and ensuring equipment, tools, and vehicles are in safe working order.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who is highly motivated, safety-focused, and a strong communicator. The ideal candidate will bring:

- Education: High school diploma (or equivalent) required. Arborist and Utility Arborist Specialist certifications required. NC Pesticide license and Drone license preferred.

- Experience: At least 2 years of electric utility experience in distribution operations and 3 years of technical application in distribution/transmission systems.

- Skills:

- Strong knowledge of electric utility operations and safety practices.

- Ability to troubleshoot, inspect, and repair equipment with precision.

- Competence with computers for record-keeping and reporting.

- Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Work ScheduleRequirements

- Standard hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday–Friday

- Flexibility required: May work alternate shifts or compressed schedules as needed such as four, ten hour days a week.

- Must hold a valid driver's license with a safe driving record. Forklift certification required.

- Regular use of company vehicles.

Why Join Us?

At Blue Ridge Energy, we take pride in powering communities and empowering people. As part of our team, you'll:

- Work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

- Gain exposure to a wide variety of technical responsibilities.

- Help us deliver safe, reliable, and affordable energy to our members.

- Be part of a cooperative that values service, integrity, and innovation

If you're ready to grow your career while making a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.

Physical Activity Requirements (Type): A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R

Physical Demands Requirements (Degree): A,C

Visual Acuity Requirements: A, C

Working Condition Requirements: C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, L

Residency Requirements: Must live in the service area.

On-Call Requirement: Timely response to outages, both routine and major, is required.

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