NineStar Connect is an innovative community-minded, communications, energy, water, and sewer cooperative. We provide the infrastructure that empowers thoughtful development and improves quality of place in Central Indiana. We believe that no matter where you choose to live or work, you should have access to high quality utility services that allow you an opportunity to thrive.
Career Development:
- We value employees that have a desire to learn and provide reimbursement funds for continuing education. We’re also committed to in-house training and ongoing development.
Company Benefits:
- At NineStar Connect we offer a competitive array of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, paid parental leave, short term disability, long term disability, and life insurance along with profit sharing and various service discounts.
Wellness:
- We offer a variety of wellness programs with paid incentives as well as on-site fitness centers available at each office location.
Core Values:
- We’re guided by our core values - Act with Integrity, Embrace Differences, Committed to Community, Be Innovative, Make Each Day Meaningful, and Seek Quality Results and we’re looking for team members who share these values!
Job DescriptionDue to continued growth, NineStar Connect is looking for a Groundman to join our Electric Operations team. In this role, you will provide assistance to line crews for the continuity of line service, maintenance, and construction functions of the Cooperative. If you are safety-minded, eager to learn, and committed to delivering quality service, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do:
Assist line crews with the construction, maintenance, and repair of electric distribution systems.
Act as a “safety observer” for line crews when working on energized lines.
Develop expertise in the proper use of all electric utility materials, tools, and special equipment to effectively support crews.
Operate various electric utility equipment including aerial lifts and digger trucks.
Gather, inspect, and load materials for daily assignments.
Maintain vehicles, tools, and work areas in safe working order.
Assist with both underground and overhead electrical work.
Perform on-call duty for outages, emergencies, and after-hours work, including some holidays, evenings, and weekends.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of electricity and vehicle maintenance preferred.
Willingness to work at heights up to 100 feet and in varied terrain and weather.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Indiana CDL (Class A required) within 6 months of hire.
Additional Information:
- Operations policy states all trades and crafts employees who are subject to “call-in” duty must reside (bonafide residence) within the perimeters of NineStar service territory. (15 miles radius from 2243 E Main St, Greenfield, IN 46140)
NineStar Connect does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic knowledge of electricity and vehicle maintenance.
- Willingness to work at heights up to 100 feet and in varied terrain and weather.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Indiana CDL (Class A) within 6 months of hire.
- Reside within NineStar service territory (within 15 miles of 2243 E Main St, Greenfield, IN).
- Ability to perform on-call duty for outages, emergencies, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
What We Do
Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA) is a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale power to distribution cooperatives in Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri, serving hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses.
