Eau Claire Energy Cooperative is seeking a System Maintenance Specialist to join our team!

Eau Claire Energy Cooperative is a distribution electric cooperative located between Fall Creek and Altoona. Our mission is to provide energy and related services in a sale and reliable manner. We strive to be desired workplace in the Chippewa Valley with flexible scheduling, great benefits, strong community involvement, and continuing education opportunities.

The System Maintenance Specialist ensures accurate accounting and documentation of all materials and work performed while supporting construction, maintenance, and right-of-way projects through planning, inspection, permitting, and contractor coordination. It also assists with procurement, scheduling, inventory control, outage restoration, SCADA support, and the supervision of distribution facilities in collaboration with internal departments. The position helps maintain safety and service quality by conducting accident investigations, addressing consumer concerns, and contributing to training and operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, inspect, and oversee maintenance and project work performed by outside contractors in alignment with the Cooperative’s work plan.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and work orders for construction, maintenance, and repair of distribution lines and electrical infrastructure.
• Oversee right-of-way management, including tree trimming, vegetation spraying, and securing necessary permits and easements.
• Serve as a backup for Purchasing by managing material procurement to secure competitive pricing without compromising quality, and by overseeing the annual inventory process.
• Serve as a backup for scheduling and work assignments for the Line Crew, Mechanic, and the Warehouse & Facilities Coordinator roles and supporting the operations department and ensuring clear communication.

Education & Experience:

• An associate’s degree in GIS, survey, construction, electrical or related field is preferred but not required.
• Must be a certified Journeyman Lineworker.
• Four years of electric utility work experience, preferably in a cooperative distribution system.

Skills & Abilities 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications
• High attention to detail, be organized, and complete work within given deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive business data and information
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

If you would like to see the full job description, visit Eau Claire Energy’s career page. If interested in applying send a cover letter, resume, and application to Jeni Thorpe at employment@ecec.com. The position will be posted until filled. First interviews will begin being scheduled during the week of January 5, 2026. Questions? Please contact Jeni Thorpe in Human Resources at (715) 832-1603.