Employment Information

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Vacancy Announcement

5/7/2013
Job Posting #13-004

Flathead Electric Cooperative, Inc., is currently accepting applications for the position of G.I.S. Data Specialist in our Kalispell office.  This is a full time union position with a starting wage of $16.58/hour with step increases every six months leading to $20.48/hour after 24 months.

Duties:  Responsible for the maintenance and production of Flathead Electric Cooperative’s digital maps and correlated records of the Cooperative’s G.I.S. system.

Prerequisite Skills and Experience:  

  • Must have a working knowledge of the personal computer and be well versed in Microsoft operating systems.
  • Must have training and/or experience with Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of database structure.
  • Require Associates Degree or equivalent G.I.S. experience in a utility/engineering environment.
  • Experience with ESRI based G.I.S. system preferred.
  • Working knowledge of GPS equipment preferred.
  • Must be able to relate one-on-one; needs to be a team player.
  • Must be motivated to get things done in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
  • Must have proven track record for thoroughness, attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.
  • Must have a current Montana driver’s license and be insurable.
  • Professional personal appearance at all times even though dress is casual.
  • Effective written and verbal communications skills.
    This position is required to join the Union and is covered under the Basic Agreement between F.E.C. and the IBEW Local 768.
  • Able to travel occasionally out-of-area and overnight.
  • Physical requirements:
    1.  Able to sit at a desk for up to 8 hours a day using a computer, telephone, etc.
    2.  Able to walk and/or stand for up to 8 hours a day over all types of terrain and in all types of weather conditions; must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
    3.  Must be able to drive a vehicle for up to 10 hours a day on occasional trips.   This position is being posted internally and externally.  The posting will remain open until May 21st, 2013.

Application packages are available at the Kalispell Job Service or by calling Scott Mitton, Human Resource Specialist, Flathead Electric Cooperative, at 406-751-4408.  All applications should be submitted directly to the Human Resource Office, Flathead Electric Cooperative, 2510 US Hwy 2 East, Kalispell, MT 59901 or to the Kalispell Job Service.

Applicants may contact Erik Schliebe, Systems Planning Engineer, at 406-751-1822, or Scott Mitton, Human Resource Specialist, at 406-751-4408, for additional information.

Flathead Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Process

The Cooperative's objective is to provide reliable electric service to our members. To accomplish this, we believe in hiring and/or promoting the best person for the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity: With respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, it is the policy of Flathead Electric Cooperative to prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, or disability, except where reasonable demands of the job require a distinction to be made. All personnel actions or programs will be administered in a non-discriminatory manner. Accordingly, all employment decisions shall be consistent with the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO).

To apply for a specific job opening at Flathead Electric Cooperative, you may obtain our job application by contacting our Human Resource Department at (406) 751-4408 or the Flathead Job Service office at 427 1st Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901 or 406-758-6200. Applicants may submit their applications directly to Flathead Electric's Human Resource Department or through the Flathead Job Service in Kalispell or Kootenai Job Service in Libby. We are unable to retain unsolicited applications or resumes, but we appreciate your interest. Current positions are posted on this web site.

In order for your application to receive consideration, it must be completed and received by the Human Resource Department at Flathead Electric or the Job Service before the closing date. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on the information you provide on the application. Flathead Electric will not accept a resume in lieu of an application form, however, a resume may be attached.

Human Resources will review all applications and forward those to the hiring supervisor. Not every candidate who applies will be interviewed. Applicants who need an accommodation for an interview should request this at the time an interview appointment is scheduled.

All applicants will receive a letter notifying them of the status of their application. However, this may take a few weeks depending on the number of candidates being interviewed and the number of supervisors who may be involved in the interview process.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Flathead Electric Cooperative. We wish you success in your endeavors.

Benefits Offered

Flathead Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Updated: Tuesday, May 07, 2013