At Southwestern Electric Cooperative, we power more than just homes - we power communities, progress, and possibilities. As our Madison County Manager of Operations, you'll play a pivotal in ensuring the reliability of our electric service, maintaining member satisfaction, and upholding our safety and operational standards.

Essential Duties:

• Schedule jobs and supervise line crews, contractors, and warehousemen in Madison County.
• Address member issues and inquiries.
• Work closely with the engineering department on all jobs and substation maintenance.
• Review completed work orders for accuracy.
• Champion safety through weekly safety chats, periodic field audits and serving on the Safety Committee.

The Cooperative Difference

We are built and led by the members we serve. Our members have a voice in how the cooperative is run, and we make sustainable investments in the community we share. Working for Southwestern Electric means serving your neighbors, family and friends. We all play an important role in keeping the lights on.

Competitive compensation is just one aspect of our generous benefits package. At Southwestern Electric, we're invested in setting you up for success:

Financial

• 401k plan with 5% employer contribution
• Pension plan for retirement

Health and Wellbeing

• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Lump-sum contribution to employee HSA account each year
• 125 Plan Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Paid Leave

• Holidays
• Vacation
• Personal Time

Professional Development

• Educational assistance
• Training and career development opportunities

At Southwestern Electric Cooperative, we offer more than just a job - we offer a fulfilling career where you can make a real impact. Join us in powering communities, driving innovation, and shaping the future of energy.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.
• Extensive knowledge of electric distribution and transmission system construction, operations, and maintenance, including a thorough knowledge and understanding of Rural Utility Services (RUS) construction design specifications and the National Electric Safety Codes. Previous experience as a journeyman lineman is desired.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing people and/or projects required.
• Skilled at effectively planning and scheduling construction, operations, and maintenance work.

About Southwestern Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Formed in 1939 with a loan from the Rural Electrification Administration (REA), Southwestern Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SWECI) is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative located in Southwestern Illinois. Southwestern Electric Cooperative serves nearly 23,000 residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial member accounts in parts of Bond, Clay, Clinton, Fayette, Effingham, Macoupin, Madison, Marion, Montgomery, Shelby and St. Clair Counties. Headquartered in Greenville, Illinois, the co-op maintains nearly 3,500 miles of power line, employs more than 80 people, and owns a 47-megawatt peaking plant.

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