Field Operations Technician

Field OperationsTechnician

Join our team at East River Electric Power Cooperative! Are you a skilled technician looking to grow your career in a hands-on collaborative setting We are seeking a dedicated field operations technician to join the Transmission System Department. This new cross-functional role offers the opportunity to grow your career while working in a team environment where your expertise and adaptability will be valued every day. As a Field Operations Technician youll be an essential member of the transmission system team supporting various work groups on a wide range of projects. This position has a residency requirement to live within 35 miles of Madison SD.

At East River Electric Power Cooperative were dedicated to providing reliable and affordable wholesale power to our members across 40000 square miles of service area. As a not-for-profit generation and transmission cooperative we provide electricity to 24 rural electric distribution cooperatives and one municipally owned electric system serving eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Our members in turn power the lives of the member-owners in their service territories.

Our Cooperative Community

As a cooperative we do things differently! The decisions we make are made with our members in mind. Weve built our foundation on Touchstone Energys four cooperative values: integrity accountability innovation and commitment to community. These values represent the cooperative difference which is why we value things like community outreach teamwork and work-life balance. The unique cooperative business model is designed to provide both growth and stability. This is just a little insight into why our members trust us to provide safe reliable and affordable power and service every day.

This incredible job opportunity awaits you at our main campus in Madison South Dakota. Madison offers a warm and welcoming small-town atmosphere combined with modern amenities that make it the perfect place for you and your family. Take advantage of great resources like the state-of-the-art Madison Regional Hospital experience the innovative campus of Dakota State University enjoy a thriving community center and more. With two stunning lakes nearby recreational opportunities are abundant and youll be just a short drive away from many of eastern South Dakotas most popular attractions.

What Youll Accomplish

As a valued member of our team youll have the opportunity to make a difference every day. Your education skills and experience will be put to excellent use contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional wholesale power to our members. Youll work alongside passionate professionals who embody the cooperative values of integrity accountability innovation and commitment to community. We believe in investing in your growth and development which is why we offer paid training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your this position you will:

• Install update and test SCADA controls fiber systems revenue metering and RTU circuits in our Substation and MOS environments.
• Help with electrical check-outs and make sure substation equipment control circuits relays and related gear are working as they should.
• Support our member systems by assisting with distribution automation and SCADA monitoring for downstream IED installations.
• Assist in keeping wiring diagrams department records and reports up to date following our cooperatives policies and industry standards.
• Assist with installing and maintaining microwave radios ethernet transport equipment and other telecommunications devices.
• Support maintenance efforts for alarm RTU equipment DC power systems towers tower lighting and antenna systems.
• Put safety first following established safety rules and championing a safe workplace for everyone.
• Work closely with your teammates to help achieve our cooperatives mission and move our strategic goals forward.

Showcase Your Knowledge Abilities and Expertise. Do you have

• An associate degree in electrical construction automation controls substation telecommunications or powerline
• At least five (5) years of related work experience with communications or protection and controls at a generation and transmission electric utility (preferred)
• A Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or the ability to obtain a CDL
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office products and computer technology
• The ability to work collaboratively and build productive relationships within a team environment

Benefits that Matter

At East River we value your well-being and want you to thrive. Thats why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical insurance with employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Access to a wellness program and financial planning resources
• Retirement pension plan and contribution to a 401(k) savings plan
• Generous paid time off including vacation sick leave and holidays
• 9/80 work schedule which gives you every other Friday off to encourage a work-life balance
• 4/10 work schedule during the summer months

Want to learn more about East River Visit our websites career pages and hear what our current employees have to say.

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Applications accepted through February 11 2026 with interviews expected to begin the week of February 23.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

All positions are subject to a post-offer pre-employment background check and drug screen. Some positions may be subject to a job-based physical exam.

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