Rural Electric Utility Worker
Job Description
Job DescriptionCompany Description
Our Rural Electric Utility Worker provides technical assistance to operators and managers of energy infrastructure in rural Alaska.
Types of facilities include:
- Prime power diesel and alternative (hydro, wind photovoltaic) power generation
- Inside and outside power distribution
- Bulk fuel storage facilities and pipelines
This position will assist in the:
- inspection
- testing
- commissioning
- construction management of both power and liquid fuel infrastructure.
- It will also provide technical operations and maintenance training to rural facility operators via electronic, telephonic and in person.
We’re looking for someone who has:
- a high school diploma or equivalent,
- and at least several years of electrical journeyman or lineman apprenticeship or electrical power and control education.
- State of Alaska Certificate of Fitness as an Electrical Journeyman or Journeyman Power Lineman with practical and theoretical experience with rural Alaska energy infrastructure is preferred.
- The applicant should have a strong background in the electrical systems, controls, and networking used in rural Alaska power generation and
- distribution.
- This position requires frequent traveling and overnight trips in communities in small airplanes throughout the State.
For more information, or to apply online, visit www.akenergyauthority.org. Send application and/or resume to Human Resources, AIDEA, 813 W. Northern Lights Blvd., Anchorage, AK 99503, by fax to (907) 771‐3946.
AEA is an EEO/ADA employer. Individuals requiring accommodations should call 1‐800‐587‐0430 or (907) 465‐3412 (TTY).
About Alaska Energy Authority
The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development.
Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance.
AEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans.
The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development.
Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance.
AEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans.
Company Description
About Alaska Energy Authority\r\nThe Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska governed by a board of directors with the mission to “reduce the cost of energy in Alaska.” AEA is the state's energy office and lead agency for statewide energy policy and program development.\r\n\r\n Whether building modern and code-compliant bulk fuel tank farms, upgrading to high-efficiency generators in rural powerhouse systems or integrating renewable energy projects, AEA emphasizes community-based project management. AEA’s core programs work to diversify Alaska’s energy portfolio, lead energy planning and policy, invest in Alaska’s energy infrastructure, and provide rural Alaska with technical and community assistance.\r\n\r\nAEA also manages the Renewable Energy Fund, the Emerging Energy Technology Fund, the Power Cost Equalization Program and various Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs. AEA provides grants and loans for qualified energy infrastructure projects and also owns energy infrastructure for the benefit of Alaskans.