Careers

Thank you for taking the time to view our current employment opportunities. Henry County REMC (HCREMC) is proud of their employees and considers them one of the cooperative’s most valuable assets. Employment opportunities at HCREMC run sporadically and will be updated only as a position is available.

Postings are updated only on an as-needed basis. Please be aware that a candidate for a posted position may be in the process of being considered for employment; until that position is officially filled, it will be listed here. When an open position is filled, it will be removed from the job listings.

We offer a meaningful work environment, career development, competitive pay and benefits. HCREMC is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Facilities & Right-of-Way Coordinator

About Us

Located in New Castle, IN, HCREMC is a not-for-profit member-owned cooperative focused on providing reliable, safe and cost-competitive electrical service to enhance the lives of our members and the communities we serve. Our co-op services Henry County and parts of Fayette, Rush, Madison, Hancock, Delaware, Randolph and Wayne Counties.

As a not-for-profit, we do things a bit differently – and that’s the point. Because we aren’t influenced by shareholders, we make our decisions with our members in mind. That means we value things like teamwork and putting families first. It also means a business model that’s designed for stability and growth. It’s a Deliberately Different approach to the energy industry and that’s great news for the people who count on us.

What’s a Facilities & Right-of-Way Coordinator?

The Facilities & Right-of-Way Coordinator is our frontline for planning, coordinating, and controlling the right-of-way crews. They work with property owners and public officials to obtain permits and easements or purchase right-of-way for utility lines and other construction projects. This person is also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of our facilities.

What You’ll Do

Supervise right-of-way crews, including coordinating, inspecting and approving the crew’s work.

You will also maintain records of the right-of-way activities and provide progress reports, provide technical instructions to the crews, and communicate with department heads.

You will create reports, work orders, time sheets, and invoices. You will coordinate our spraying program.

You will project a positive public image and work with our member and the general public by investigating complaints on right-of-way issues.

You will be responsible for the general upkeep of our facilities. Duties will include some janitorial, mowing, and some cleaning. You will also be tasked with overseeing the maintenance and repairs of our HVAC system, roofs, grounds, and overall building maintenance.

See full job description here.

 

Your Strengths

Candidates for this position should have the desired qualifications:

  • Excellent communication is a must for this position. You will be communicating with various crews and contractors as well as our members.

  • We are looking for someone who has worked in electric utilities operations or a similar position. Prior supervisor or foreman experience in operations or construction, electric utility engineering or electric line work is desired.

  • Knowledge of electric utility transmission and distribution systems, utility management and operation regulations, law, theories and practices, and construction and maintenance practices are desired.

  • Technical training in electrical, plumbing and/or HVAC is preferred.

  • Safe working conditions are a priority. You should be familiar with the safe operation of tools and equipment, and the handling of chemicals.

  • Candidates should have strong math skills, be able to read and interpret plans and specifications, and the ability to coordinate the work activities needed to complete the construction, maintenance, and repairs to our facilities.

  • Must be 18 years of age & have a minimum of a high school diploma or High School Equivalency. Must have and maintain a valid commercial driver’s license.

What’s In It For You

  • Competitive Salary - $65,000 to $70,000 depending on experience.

  • Work Schedule – Our normal operational hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You many be asked to work outside of the normal hours during storms, major outages, or other circumstances.

  • Health Insurance – We offer medical, dental and vision to the employee at no cost. We extend coverage to your spouse, children, or both under our family plan at a highly discounted rate.

  • Pension Plan and 401(k) – The company provides a pension plan at no cost to the employee and matches up to 3% of the employee’s 401(k) contributions.

  • Group Life – The company provides a benefit of 2x the employee’s annual salary at no cost. Supplemental insurance is also available for purchase.

  • Paid Time Off – After 6 months of employment, the employee is granted 76 hours of PTO. The amount of PTO increases as your length of service increases.

  • Holidays – We are Closed for Business 11 holidays throughout the year – including New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, and the day after, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

  • We think we have a lot to offer! Some other benefits include education assistance and an annual clothing allowance.

How to Apply

Please send your resume to Amber Houser at ahouser@hcremc.com by 8 a.m. on Monday, July 26, 2021.

There are other opportunities available throughout the state of Indiana. Visit Indiana Electric Cooperatives' Career Page for more information.