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Want to make a difference? Interested in joining a team of professionals responsible for providing energy solutions to meet the unique needs and opportunities of Alaska’s communities? Then check out our Rural Electric Utility Worker position with Alaska Energy Authority (AEA).

Our Rural Electric Utility Worker provides technical assistance to operators and managers of energy infrastructure in rural Alaska. Types of facilities include: prime power diesel and alternative (hydro, wind photovoltaic) power generation; inside and outside power distribution; and bulk fuel storage facilities and pipelines. This position will assist in the inspection, testing, commissioning, and construction management of both power and liquid fuel infrastructure. It will also provide technical operations and maintenance training to rural facility operators via electronic, telephonic and in person.

We’re looking for someone who has a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least several years of electrical journeyman or lineman apprenticeship or electrical power and control education. State of Alaska Certificate of Fitness as an Electrical Journeyman or Journeyman Power Lineman with practical and theoretical experience with rural Alaska energy infrastructure is preferred. The applicant should have a strong background in the electrical systems, controls, and networking used in rural Alaska power generation and distribution. This position requires frequent traveling and overnight trips in communities in small airplanes throughout the State.

Minimum Qualifications

This Position is Exempt and is Not in the Classified Services:
Exempt positions/employees are excluded from title 39, Chapter 25, State Personnel Act and the Personnel Rules adopted under it.

Additional Required Information

For more information, or to apply online, visit www.akenergyauthority.org. Send application and/or resume to Human Resources, AIDEA, 813 W. Northern Lights Blvd., Anchorage, AK 99503, by fax to (907) 771-3946.

Contact Information

E-Mail: hr@aidea.org
Mailing Address: 813 West Northern Lights Blvd, Anchorage, AK 99503
Fax Number: 907-771-3946

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under Alaska Care Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year