Better Connected, Together: Employees Power Our Mission
At Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI), our diverse, dedicated team powers a shared mission: to deliver electricity that is reliable, affordable and responsible. Better connected, together with Arkansas’ electric distribution cooperatives — we provide wholesale power and essential services that improve quality of life across the state, serving more than 1.2 million members and the communities they call home.
Our Employees are the Driving Force Behind Everything We Do
We believe in supporting, valuing, and investing in our people — because when our team thrives, our mission succeeds. If you're looking for meaningful work, a strong sense of purpose, and a place where your contributions truly matter, we invite you to consider joining us.
Responsible for operating and monitoring plant equipment outside of the control room. Records operational data and reports any abnormalities. May perform minor maintenance tasks such as adjustments, preventative, and predictive maintenance. Typically reports to the Control Room Operator. Operates remote units independently from CRO at times and will operate base plant under directions of the Control Room Operator.
- Operates steam, combustion, and hydroelectric turbines, aligns drains, and makes all necessary adjustments while working in operations. Performs minor and major mechanical maintenance on all plant equipment while working in maintenance. Performs maintenance, calibration, and repair on plant control, electrical, and communications systems, hardware, and software while working as an instrumentation technician.
- Inspects all plant equipment inside and outside, checks and lubricates equipment in accordance with the prescribed procedure, periodically records readings on log sheets as directed, and reports all non-routine items found.
- Utilizes AECC's Enterprise Asset Management System to identify the need for maintenance and track all activities and statistics required to support maintenance and operations functions.
- Travels to remotely located hydroelectric turbine and combustion turbine plants and performs work as directed.
- Participates in the training program and continually seeks to improve skills required.
- Cleans assigned area as directed.
- Maintains familiarity with, observes, and practices all safety precautions. Maintains familiarity with and abides by all applicable internal AECC policies and procedures regarding NERC and FERC compliance.
- Performs duties in such a manner that applicable laws, regulations, and permit requirements including environmental permit requirements are adhered to.
- Performs water tests as directed and operates water treatment equipment such as demineralizers, reverse osmosis units, and filtration systems.
- Carries out security duties as necessary and as directed including screening/identifying visitors and performing security patrols to enforce security policies.
- Assists with equipment lockout/Tagout for maintenance by positioning energy isolation devices as directed.
- Performs preventive maintenance on all plant equipment in accordance with schedules to ensure reliable equipment operation.
- Directs other technicians in accordance with Maintenance Supervisor's instructions while working in maintenance.
- Performs maintenance tasks in the area of specialized skills (welding, machinist) while working in maintenance if applicable.
- Maintains plant continuous emissions monitoring systems as required for compliance with State and Federal regulations while working as an instrument technician.
- Maintains and utilizes historical plant performance database, interprets control system software, and performs data analysis as needed to support plant systems troubleshooting, maintenance troubleshooting, or engineering evaluation while working as an instrument technician.
- Assists in the firing of the boiler as needed and all duties related to burning fuel oil including unloading and transferring oil, cleaning strainers, and spill cleanup.
- Develops and presents monthly safety meeting presentations and participates in plant safety committee as requested.
- Performs any and all other tasks assigned by the line of supervision that the employee is physically able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- The ability to handle stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
- Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.
- Maintain awareness of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations from various regulatory entities, internal policies, procedures, and directives. Ensure ongoing monitoring and timely incorporation of any changes to maintain adherence to compliance standards.
- Tech I - High school or GED, with particular emphasis during high school in office skills, shop skills, or others, plus 2 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Tech II - High school or GED, plus night, trade extension, or correspondence school specialized training, equal to two years of college, plus 4 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Tech III - High school or GED, plus night, trade extension, or correspondence school specialized training, equal to two years of college, plus 5 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Valid drivers license and the ability to legally operate commercial motor vehicles under 26,000 pounds.
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Welding certification required for qualification as a welder.
- Industrial electricians license preferred for qualification as instrument technician.
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock; frequently exposed to work in high, precarious places, wet or humid conditions, vibration; and occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Moderate diversity, moderately physical. Work activities which allow for a moderate amount of diversity in the performance of tasks which requires somewhat diversified physical demands of the employee.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is continuously required to talk or hear; regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and occasionally required to sit, taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus
- This position is designated as safety‑sensitive based on the duties performed. Employees in safety‑sensitive positions must comply with the Cooperative’s fitness‑for‑duty requirement and all applicable federal and state regulations governing workplace substance use and safety.
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Shift work required while working in operations.
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Must be qualified by AECC as either (1) maintenance technician and junior operator or (2) special skills machinist, special skills welder, instrument technician, lead hydro plant operator, or lead CT plant operator.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Why Join Us?
We invest in our employees with competitive pay, meaningful work, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and future:
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100% Company Funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- 401(k) with 3% Dollar-for Dollar Company Match
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- 2 Floating holidays
- Educational assistance
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
