POSITION OPENINGS

Job Title: CLASS A LINEMAN

Posting Opens: June 15, 2026

Position Location: Homer Office

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Applicant must have five years of progressively responsible experience in performing electrical line work, two years of which shall be in service as a Class B Lineman or its equivalent.
• Must be able to learn and apply information from technical manuals in the completion of duties.
• Must be able to complete reports and other paperwork and should be able to perform mathematical calculations.
• Must be familiar with the National Electrical Safety Code and RUS Construction/Materials Specifications utilized in the construction and maintenance of underground and overhead distribution lines and substations.
• Must know and practice first aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation.  Successful completion of all training modules of the Association of Louisiana Electric Cooperatives Lineman Training Program or an equivalent apprenticeship program is required.
• Applicants must be able to operate assigned equipment including buckets, digger trucks, dozers, forklifts, backhoes, trenchers, winches, drills, chainsaws, and high compression tools.
• Position requires climbing and standing in hydraulic bucket to work at heights installing transformers or line equipment, often working in awkward positions.

WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Some overtime may be required.
• Frequently moves and/or carries materials and equipment weighing up to fifty pounds.
• Shovels dirt, works around noisy equipment and visually inspects work for safe work conditions.
• Occasionally works with energized lines.
• Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and other seasonal weather events.

LICENSING & TESTING REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must possess or be able to obtain a valid Class A Louisiana Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must be able to perform a pole top rescue as well as a bucket rescue.
• Must be able to complete the duties as described in the position description.
• After an offer of employment has been made, a physical is required which may include both drug and alcohol testing.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested candidates for this position should submit an application or resume to Human Resources (jobs@our.coop). Should none of the applicants be fully qualified as described above, the Cooperative reserves the right to, in its sole discretion, select the best qualified applicant from amongst the group applying for the position or to conduct an external search for a suitably qualified applicant.

Claiborne Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Job Title: System Operator 

Location: Homer Office

Position Summary
Serves members by helping deliver continuous and reliable electric service to the Cooperative’s members by providing communication between operations, on-call crews, member services and billing and payment personnel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Maintains a safe working environment by adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ensures that he and other System Operators are serving the needs of the members by providing the services requested, answering questions, offering assistance, and managing on-call crew assignments for all outage events.
• May be required to monitor the Cooperative’s Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System.
• Accomplish departmental goals by contributing to the development of an efficient work schedule as well as defining equipment and training needs.
• Communicates required information by completing required paperwork, e.g. timesheets, outage logs, reports, etc.
• Assists members by accurately assigning service requests to field personnel.
• Contributes to organizational efficiency by updating and maintaining records through the Cooperative’s electronic vault and by other means.
• Helps others by performing other duties as requested.
Cooperative Values and Member Focus
• Respectful and timely conduct towards members, co-workers and other system operators is required.
• Involvement in the community is encouraged.
• Strong ethical conduct is required in the Cooperative Culture.
• Teamwork and accountability will be required.

Education and Experience
• High School Diploma is required.
• Previous experience as an electric utility system operator is desirable.
• This position requires knowledge of system geography.
• Must be able to operate Claiborne Electric Cooperative’s computer systems.
• This position requires a variety of mathematical calculations and completes various statistical reports.
• Knowledge of Claiborne Electric’s billing and collection policies must be acquired within a reasonable time span.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Computer terminals, calculators and other standard office equipment are utilized in the completion of duties.
• The employee must be able to carry out a wide variety of activities which require a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Louisiana Driver’s License.
• Works rotating day and night shifts following a “Pitman” scheduling model.
• May be required to work irregular hours during extreme storm events.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Cooperative.
Claiborne Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

If you are interested in one of these positions, please send resume’ to jobs@our.coop. 

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SYSTEM ENGINEER (Entry Level)
Position Location: Homer District

Position Summary
The System Engineer supports the planning, analysis, and operation of the electric cooperative’s transmission and distribution system. This entry-level position is designed for recent graduates and provides hands-on training in electric utility engineering, including distribution and/or transmission systems. The System Engineer works under the guidance of experienced engineers to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient electric service to cooperative members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist with planning and analysis of electric distribution and/or transmission systems.
• Support system modeling, load analysis, and system reliability studies.
• Assist in the design and review of system improvements and expansions.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain system data and engineering records.
• Support field engineering activities, including site visits and inspections.
• Assist with outage analysis and system performance reporting.
• Coordinate with operations, construction, and member services personnel.
• Ensure compliance with cooperative standards, safety policies, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in training programs and professional development activities.

Safety Responsibilities
• Commitment to Safety-first culture.
• Compliance with CEC safety requirements, OSHA, and DOT.
• Must use PPE and safe work practices.
• Participation is required in safety meetings and training.
• Required to utilize authority to stop unsafe work.
Cooperative Values and Member Focus
• Respectful and timely conduct towards members, co-workers and other stakeholders is required.
• Involvement in the community is encouraged.
• Strong ethical conduct is required in the Cooperative Culture.
• Teamwork and accountability will be required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Fundamental knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Basic understanding of power systems, circuits, and electrical theory.
• Familiarity with engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS, power system analysis tools) a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn cooperative standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.

Education and Experience
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering required.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (EE) preferred.
• Entry-level position; no prior utility or engineering experience required.

Licenses and Certifications
• Ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Must be able to complete all activities described in the position description with continued growth into an experienced Engineer.
• Random required alcohol and drug testing will be conducted during employment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Combination of office and field work.
• Works near energized and de-energized distribution and transmission lines so must always remain alert and safe.
• Occasional travel within the cooperative’s service area.
• Exposure to outdoor environments and electrical equipment (with proper safety training).
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform field inspections.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional after-hours, weekend, or emergency work during storms or outages.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions as required.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Cooperative.

Claiborne Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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SYSTEM ENGINEER – ** PAID SUMMER INTERNSHIP **

JUNE – AUGUST

Position Location: Homer District

Position Summary
The System Engineer Intern supports the planning, analysis, and operation of the electric cooperative’s transmission and distribution system. This position provides hands-on experience in electric utility engineering, including distribution and/or transmission systems. The intern will work under the guidance of experienced engineers to assist with system studies, field activities, and engineering support functions while gaining practical knowledge of utility operations and standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist with planning and analysis of electric distribution and/or transmission systems.
• Support system modeling, load analysis, and system reliability studies.
• Assist in the design and review of system improvements and expansions.
• Collect, analyze, and maintain system data and engineering records.
• Support field engineering activities, including site visits and inspections.
• Assist with outage analysis and system performance reporting.
• Coordinate with operations, construction, and member services personnel.
• Ensure compliance with cooperative standards, safety policies, and applicable regulations.
• Participate in training programs and professional development activities.
Safety Responsibilities
• Commitment to Safety-first culture.
• Compliance with CEC safety requirements, OSHA, and DOT.
• Must use PPE and safe work practices.
• Participation is required in safety meetings and training.
• Required to utilize authority to stop unsafe work.
Cooperative Values and Member Focus
• Respectful and timely conduct towards members, co-workers and other stakeholders is required.
• Involvement in the community is encouraged.
• Strong ethical conduct is required in the Cooperative Culture.
• Teamwork and accountability will be required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Basic understanding of power systems, circuits, and electrical theory.
• Familiarity with engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS, power system analysis tools) a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn cooperative standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.

Education and Experience
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering
• Electrical Engineering (EE) preferred
• Must be in good academic standing
• Entry-level; no prior experience required

Licenses and Certifications
• Valid Driver’s License preferred
• Ability to obtain EIT certification encouraged upon graduation
• May be subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with cooperative policies

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Combination of office and field work.
• Works near energized and de-energized distribution and transmission lines so must always remain alert and safe.
• Occasional travel within the cooperative’s service area.
• Exposure to outdoor environments and electrical equipment (with proper safety training).
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform field inspections.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional after-hours, weekend, or emergency work during storms or outages.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions as required.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Cooperative.

Claiborne Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.