Apprentice to Journeyman Station Maintenance Mechanic
 Western Farmers Electric Cooperative | |
 United States, Oklahoma, Anadarko | |
| 701 Northeast 7th Street (Show on map) | |
 Mar 06, 2026 | |
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Applications will be accepted through March 20, 2026 - Apply on-line at www.wfec.com *At the option of the hiring official, this position could be filled as an Apprentice Station Maintenance Mechanic or as a Journeyman Station Maintenance Mechanic based on experience, knowledge, education, and abilities for the position. SUMMARY - APPRENTICE STATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - Level I of this position is the entry level job in the Station Maintenance Mechanic apprentice training program. The apprentice training program requires a minimum of five years to complete. It includes extensive on-the-job training and study, some of which must be completed outside of work hours. Satisfactory performance and continuous progress toward completion of the program is required. Under close supervision, the incumbent is responsible for the maintenance of building facilities and equipment, and maintenance and construction of electrical substation, switch stations, and communications sites. Candidates are required to achieve a minimum score in a math and language basic adult education test. SUMMARY - JOURNEYMAN STATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - Under the general supervision of the Station Maintenance Supervisor, the Journeyman Station Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for projects related to the maintenance and construction of WFEC facilities, including substations, switch stations, communications sites and buildings and grounds of the headquarters' campus and outpost line crews. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - APPRENTICE STATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Include the following; other duties may be assigned. Makes satisfactory progress in the education and on-the-job training requirements of the apprentice training program. Safely operates and maintains in good repair, light equipment such as back-hoes, skid loaders, trenchers, tractors and implements. Assists Journeyman in performing welding, including thermal welding, in maintenance and construction duties. Assists Journeyman in pouring concrete foundations, footings, and floors to include building and setting forms, cutting and tying rebar, and pouring and finishing concrete. Assists Journeyman in safely installing grounding systems in substations, switch stations, and communications sites. Assists Journeyman in performing general maintenance, remodel, construction, and repairs of facilities and equipment to include plumbing, carpentry, electrical wiring and lighting, and heating and air conditioning work. Assists Journeyman in performing general landscape and yard maintenance including performance and documentation of herbicide application and maintenance and repair of equipment such as small tractors, zero-turn mowers, edger's, blowers, weed eaters, sprinkler systems and small engine repair and upkeep. Assists Journeyman in performing maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting on DC electrical systems including batteries and battery chargers. Assists Journeyman in performing maintenance on communications towers and antenna systems, which will require the apprentice to climb the towers. Assists Journeyman in performing gravel and dirt work including leveling to grade in and around energized electrical substation sites. Keeps equipment, vehicles, and work environment in a clean, safe, and orderly condition. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - JOURNEYMAN STATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Include the following; other duties may be assigned. Completes safe and proper installation, maintenance, and repair of all components and systems within area of responsibility for substation, switch station, and communications sites. Performs maintenance activities on communication and station equipment, including communications towers, tower lighting systems, VHF, UHF, microwave antenna systems, battery systems, and grounding systems. Performs activities related to the construction of new communications sites and electrical stations, as well as upgrades to existing sites and equipment, including proper installation and commissioning of new and replacement equipment to ensure compliance with all applicable standards. Maintains working knowledge of Federal Communications commission (FCC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) rules and regulations regarding area of responsibility. Directs and/or oversees contractor work to ensure installation, configuration and testing of equipment or related components adheres to WFEC standards and applicable FCC, FAA, and NERC requirements. Manages and keeps current all activities and records associated with maintenance and testing of equipment and systems within area of responsibility as regulated by FCC, FAA, and NERC. Safely operates and maintains in good repair light equipment such as backhoe, trencher, tractor and trucks to fulfill position duties. Maintains vehicles, tools, equipment and working environment in a clean, safe and orderly condition. Performs welding, including thermal welding, in maintenance and construction duties. Works with and near high voltages in a safe manner, at times in adverse weather conditions. Pours concrete foundations, footings, and floors to include building and setting forms, cutting and tying rebar, and pouring and finishing concrete. Supports all functions within the work group by planning, organizing, and coordinating assigned work with member cooperatives, contractors, and internal WFEC groups. Performs gravel and dirt work and leveling to grade in and around station sites. Follows all safety procedures to ensure personal safety and the safety of others and to maintain compliance with all OSHA and WFEC safety rules, policies and procedures. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Technical Skills: Displays technical knowledge equal to job requirements; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Quantity: Meets productivity goals; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity. Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; Uses paid leave within policy requirements; Informs supervisor about necessary absences in a timely manner. Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. Dependability: Follows instructions and responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Customer Service: manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments to customers. Cost Consciousness: Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors required. Education and Experience - APPRENTICE STATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC: Must be a High School graduate and have a minimum of one (1) year experience in two (2) or more of the following areas to qualify for level I:
Incumbents may begin their apprenticeship at levels higher than level I based on additional applicable experience. Education and Experience - JOURNEYMAN STATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC: Must have completed the apprentice training program and have a minimum of five (05) years' experience in the following:
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to speak effectively to other employees. Math Skills: : Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage to draw and interpret graphs. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and schedule form. Computer Skills: Ability to use a personal computer to access the intranet, departmental software and Microsoft Office software as required. Experience with various software applications used for asset management, component programming and equipment testing is preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: This job requires the incumbent to have or obtain a current and valid State of Oklahoma Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a State of Oklahoma Pesticide Applicators certificate. WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: This job requires extensive overnight travel. Incumbent must live within a thirty-mile radius of specified base work location. Incumbent must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays and travel on short notice. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift, push, pull or carry weight equal to fifty (50) pounds or more; climb ladders and stairs and work on elevated platforms, scaffolding and from a bucket truck; walk and or stand for extended periods including routine inspection of stations and facilities; sit for extended periods, including a large percentage of time riding in a motor vehicle; kneel, crawl, bend or twist while lifting arms above shoulders and stooping for extended periods to accomplish duties while grasping, pulling or pushing objects or manipulating tools; wear personal protective equipment and clothing; respond quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Vision and hearing in the normal or corrected to normal range is also required. Requires successful completion of DOT physical and certification requirements. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in varying weather conditions and temperature extremes outside and inside with extreme ranges of humidity and dryness; with or near hazardous chemicals, materials, fumes, dust and/or smoke; in areas of intermittent high noise and vibration levels; with and near high voltage and electricity; at varying times of day and night, inside and outside, in all weather conditions; in varying environmental locations outside from dry and cultivated fields to wooded and diverse areas of undergrowth; with noise levels varying from quiet to high based on activities at the time. In accordance with WFEC Administrative Procedure 805-Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace this position is classified as "safety sensitive". MUST MEET ALL PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WFEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER AND TAKES AFFIRMATIVE ACTION WITH RESPECT TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND PROTECTED VETERANS | |