Golden Valley Electric Association
Fairbanks, AK
Who We Are
At GVEA, we work together, as one team, to improve the lives of the members we serve, power economies and provide innovative energy solutions. Employing a diverse workforce composed of safe, committed and self-motivated individuals is paramount to our mission.
We strive to hire and retain employees who share our values of integrity, honesty, accountability, respect, goodwill and continuous improvement. We believe everyone deserves to feel safe and valued at their place of work. So join us, and help us shape the future of energy in Alaska.
Our Mission
Recognizing Golden Valley Electric Association (GVEA)’s importance to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities, the Cooperative’s mission is to safely provide its member-owners with reliable electric service, quality customer service, and innovative energy solutions at fair and reasonable prices.
The cooperative operates and maintains 3,261 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks and all electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, which extends from Homer, Alaska to Fairbanks. Peak load in 2018 was 196.6 megawatts (MW). The system peak of 223 MW was set in December 2007.
Our Vision
Working together to improve the quality of life for the members we serve.
History
Incorporated in 1946 in Fairbanks, Alaska, Golden Valley Electric Assn. took shape when a small group of locals became interested in bringing electric service to rural areas and furthering the agricultural industry in Interior Alaska. These pioneers applied to the Rural Electrification Administration, which granted a loan to form a not-for-profit rural electric cooperative.
GVEA now serves nearly 100,000 Interior residents in Fairbanks, Delta Junction, Nenana, Healy and Cantwell. We also serve Interior residents out to 48-mile Steese Highway, 11-mile Elliot Highway (Haystack Subdivision) and 26-mile Chena Hot Springs Road.
The 9.500 kilowatts (kW) Fairbanks Exploration (F.E.) Co. power plant was built in 1927 to serve the gold dredges operating in the Tanana Valley. GVEA purchased power from the F.E. Company until 1952 when GVEA purchased the plant. It was retired in March 1972.
Job Specifications
Healy, Alaska
On-site
$64.87/hour
a month ago
Full Time
Mid Level
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Journeyman Wireman
Join Golden Valley Electric Association as a full-time Journeyman Wireman at our Healy, Alaska, power plant! This is a hands-on opportunity to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, controls, instrumentation, and equipment that support reliable power generation.
In this role, you'll work with electrical and process control systems, transformers, protective relays, fiber optics, test equipment, and other critical plant systems. The position works a 7-day-on, 7-day-off schedule, 12 hours per day, with additional hours as required.
This bargaining-unit position offers competitive pay of $64.87 per hour, per IBEW Agreement, along with benefits including Retirement/401(k), Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Leave, Flexible Spending, and Wellness Benefits. Bring your electrical expertise to GVEA and help keep Interior Alaska powered!
A LITTLE ABOUT US
GVEA is an electric cooperative that owns and maintains 3,491 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 35 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, Clear Space Force Station, the University of Alaska-Fairbanks, and all electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, which extends from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.
YOUR ROLE AS THE JOURNEYMAN WIREMAN
As a Journeyman Wireman at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, controls, instrumentation, and equipment at the Healy Power Plant. You will work with a variety of electrical and control systems that are essential to safe and reliable plant operations.
In this role, you will test and repair electrical equipment, transformers, reclosers, protective relays, and controls; install and test fiber optic cable; and work with instrumentation and process control systems. You will also support new construction by installing conduit, wiring, electrical services, lighting, and power distribution equipment.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
Candidates should have strong electrical knowledge and hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems. Journeyman Wireman certification is required, along with four or more years of experience and/or four years of apprenticeship training.
Knowledge and skills required for the position include:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Formal electrical training; extensive work experience may count toward a portion of the educational requirements.
Journeyman Wireman certification.
Four or more years of experience and/or four years of apprenticeship training.
Valid Alaska driver's license with an excellent driving record.
Valid First Aid card or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge of electrical theory, circuits, and power distribution.
WILL YOU JOIN our team?
If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you!
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.