This position completes the construction, conversion, relocation and maintenance of the electrical lines throughout the area served by the cooperative.
Valley Electric Association, Inc., (VEA) is a member-owned electric cooperative based in Pahrump, Nevada, with a certified service area covering more than 6,800 square miles in Nevada and California. VEA presently provides service to over 24,000 services with 2,120 line miles of distribution facilities and 13 substations. VEA is a participating transmission owner and load serving entity in the California Independent System of Operators Corporation (CAISO).
VEA is the parent company to a host of wholly-owned subsidiaries, including Valley Electric Transmission Association (VETA), Valley Communication Association (VCA), Valley Electric Utility Services (VEUS), and Valley Electric Energy Services (VEES).
VCA (Valley Communications Association), is a wholly-owned subsidiary based in Pahrump, NV, and will offer commercial and residential optical fiber broadband service, with speeds up to 1 gigabit, to VEA members throughout Nevada.
Valley Electric Association, Inc. and its subsidiaries offer a competitive benefits package, which includes company paid:
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- Short-Term Disability
- Group Life Insurance
- Business Travel Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Vacation and Sick accrual
- Holiday pay
To apply for this position and for more information about other employment opportunities at VEA, please visit our website at www.vea.coop.
VEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression
Education/Experience: High school diploma, and qualified by successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship program and by written exam as a journey lineman required. Must be able to show leadership abilities and be knowledgeable on a variety of tasks required for this position.
Knowledge: Must have a thorough knowledge of equipment, tools, materials, and services used by electric utilities. Must have knowledge of State and Federal laws related to construction. Must have thorough knowledge of the Description of Units, specifications and drawings for line construction of transmission and distribution voltages; and a thorough knowledge of operating and construction procedures and practices of electric transmission and distribution organizations. Ability to deal with co-workers and customers in a courteous and professional manner.
Position and Description: For more detailed information regarding the responsibilities, duties and specifications of the Journeyman Lineman position, please refer to the Job Description by visiting www.vea.coop
Compensation/Benefits:
Valley Electric Association, Inc., (VEA) offers great pay and an unparalleled benefits package. Pay will be based on the individual’s education, training, related skills, knowledge and past experience.
To apply for this position, to review the complete job description and for more information about employment opportunities at VEA, please visit our website at www.vea.coop
Valley Electric Association
PO Box 237
Pahrump Nevada
United States 89041
