mountrail-williams electric cooperative

Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative (MWEC) is currently hiring  multiple positions.   

Working for a cooperative like MWEC is an excellent career opportunity which allows you to make the most of your abilities in a great place to call home. If you are looking for a place to apply your skills, have a commitment to providing excellent service and want to make a difference in your community, you've come to the right place. Read on to learn more about the current positions available.

• Information Systems Analyst - Williston
• Substation Electrical Technician - Williston
• Metering/Electrical Technician - New Town

CLOSING DATE for ALL positions is: April 15, 2023

 MWEC offers a competitive salary based on qualifications. An excellent benefit package is offered to employees who qualify.

IMMEDIATE BENEFITS AVAILABLE:

*In order to maintain eligibility for MWEC benefits you must work a minimum of 1,000 hours in a one year period.

• MWEC Blue Cross-Blue Shield health, dental and vision plans
• Vacation accrual
• Sick day accrual
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance

BENEFITS AFTER ONE YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT:

Eligibility for these benefits come with the first paycheck after your 1 year anniversary:

• Participation in our 401k program
• Participation in our NRECA Retirement and Security Program (pension)      program
• The eligibility date is one year from your official starting date

A complete description of benefits can be viewed here: https://mwec.com/benefits

  PURPOSE OF POSITION

• Develop and support applications to meet business objectives and needs. 
• Assist with planning and analyzing projects. 
• stablish schedules and project parameters.
•  Collaborate to assess needs and ensure timely, accurate project solutions. 
• Provide support for a variety of information systems tasks. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education - A degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or related field preferred. 
• Work experience in lieu of education may be considered. 
•  If education requirements are met, job experience beneficial, but not necessary. 

 KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

•  Two years computer programming experience.  Experience with databases and SQL programming language required.
• PREFERRED:  NET/C#, SQL Server Database, Oracle Database, NISC iVUE, ACS PRISM, Aclara TWACS 

For a more extensive job description and list of employment requirements click below:

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JOB OBJECTIVE

The Substation Electrical Technician performs a variety of construction, maintenance, and service work on equipment throughout MWEC’s service territory. This is a full-time, nonexempt, hourly paid position. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent. A Bachelor or Associate degree in electronics technology or comparable field is preferred, but not mandatory. Applicants should have some experience, training, or knowledge in the electrical trade or electrical utility fields. 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (partial list)

• Proficient in the use of laptop computers using Microsoft operating systems and office software. Must have the ability to install and use technical software. 
•  Ability to safely operate equipment such as forklifts, bobcats, and payloaders 
•  Proficient in the use of hand tools and power tools 
•  Reads and interprets documents 
•  Communicates effectively with members, co-workers, and contractors. 

For a more extensive job description and list of employment requirements click below:

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 POSITION FUNCTION

This position is responsible for the daily installation, maintenance, testing, and accurate operation of MWEC’s electric metering systems. Additionally, this position serves as an energy services advisor to MWEC (Cooperative) and its members in the areas of energy usage, power safety, quality, and reliability, and distributed generation technologies. 

 QUALIFICATIONS

•  High school diploma, or equivalent required.
•  Two-year degree in electrical technology, or related field, or equivalent work-related experience preferred. 
•  ND licensure as a Journeyman Electrician is required. Reciprocal licensure with other states that are part of the Multi-State Reciprocal Licensing Group is acceptable. 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (partial list)

• Working knowledge of all types of electrical meters, electrical recording instruments, and associated electrical equipment. 
•  Proficient in the use of iPads and computers using Microsoft operating systems and office software 
•  Ability to read schematics 
•  Ability to operate Cooperative vehicles and equipment 
•  Ability to operate hand and power tools 
•  Written and oral communication skills required 

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To download an application click here:

(Please note:  CLOSING DATE for all positions is: April 15, 2023)

TWO WAYS TO APPLY

Download and complete application, then:

EMAIL to:

 brandyh@mwec.com 

         -or       

MAIL to:

                    MWEC

                 P.O. Box 1346

        Williston, ND 58802-1346

For more information call:

 (701) 577-3765  

Mountrail/Williams Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer