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Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

Work Methods Coordinator-Safety (Hybrid-La Crosse, WI)

Hiring Salary Range: $106,000 - $159,000

Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

Revolutionize the way we work! As a Work Methods Coordinator at Dairyland Power Cooperative, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, designing and developing processes and tools that ensure our frontline workforce operates safely and efficiently. The role also serves as a key driver of collaboration across workgroups, connecting the guardrails of Safety to a practical process and tools that work for the frontline. This role will also have oversight of tooling across the enterprise and will be responsible for tracking and evaluating our current suite of tools, as well as selecting/approving new tools coming on system.

In this role, you'll be able to leverage our Flexible Workplace Policy by working in a hybrid manner. This will allow you to divide your time between our collaborative office environment in La Crosse, WI and the comfort of your personal home workspace. We believe this approach encourages engagement with colleagues and stakeholders during in-person interactions, while also providing you the flexibility to concentrate and excel at your tasks in a setting that aligns with your personal work style.

The Impact You Will Make in This Role:

• Design and develop work processes across the Dairyland enterprise (procedures, process, field procedures, job aids etc.)

• Lead cross functional teams and collaborate with Subject Matter Experts through analysis and development

• Determine industry leading best practices and tooling; create proposals to adopt/change and assist the impacted groups in processing and implementation; Establish a strong presence in professional forums and events on behalf of DPC

• Track and approve all tools on system; perform cyclical evaluation to determine any recalls or if better tooling is available

• Create and distribute field bulletins that address tool and process changes or introduce latest items

• Prepare the organization for regulatory changes that will require changing process or tooling; collaborate with Safety, Training, and the Business Units to determine best-in-class solutions

• Support the creation and deployment of skill training; provide oversight of training materials and delivery to ensure consistency with process and tooling expectations

• Analyze current work process to identify deficiencies and/or opportunities; communicate findings and develop action plans with impacted groups. Challenge the status quo.

• Observe and engage with frontline workers; identify opportunities to support or improve work execution (process or tools)

• Support implementation of new process or tools by assisting in the development of change management plans, supporting and/or delivering training

• Support post event response; participate in the investigation, causal analysis, and execution of applicable corrective actions

• Support member cooperatives with process and tooling as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience : Technical degree in high voltage work (Linework, Substation Mech, Electrical Maintenance). An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. Prefer at least (3) years' experience at a journeyman level (or equivalent) in a Transmission, Substation, or Generation frontline role strongly preferred. Experience utilizing electric utility specific tools and working in common utility environments (generation plant, substation, control room, right-of-way, enclosed space, etc.) Previous leadership experience preferred.

Skills :

• Knowledge of Generation, Transmission, and Substation

• Knowledge of a wide array of tools, including utility specific applications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse work groups

• Computer skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office Tools (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Etc.)

• Advanced analysis and problem-solving skills

Licenses and Certifications :

• Valid Driver’s License required

• CUSP or CLCP preferred

Physical Demands : Requires near vision and fingering for computer terminal operation. Near and far vision, hearing and the following physical abilities are required for fieldwork: Walk, stand, stoop/crouch, bend, kneel, climb hand-over-hand, crawl, twist upper body, reach/stretch, and object maneuvering.

Environmental Demands : 80% of the time is spent in a climate-controlled office environment, with minimal physical exertion. 20% percent of the time involves fieldwork, with a medium degree of strenuous activity. May work on uneven terrain, significant heights, and in hot, cold, or inclement weather. Possible exposure to noise, harsh environments and unusual heights associated with large-scale construction projects. Work near heavy construction equipment, high speed rotating machinery, high voltage, high amperage electrical equipment and high pressure and high temperature equipment systems and components.

Other Job Characteristics : Occasional overnight travel will be required to attend industry forums and conferences, meeting with vendors, supporting our member cooperatives, and conducting field visits in remote areas.

We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:

• Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)

• Life insurance

• Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Robust Wellness Program

• New Flexible Work Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• So much more!

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.

With headquarters in La Crosse, Wis., Dairyland is a generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale energy for 24 electric distribution cooperatives and 17 municipal utilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois.

At Dairyland, we know that happy employees are the backbone of any good organization. By offering an excellent compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, Dairyland helps ensure a quality business and premier workplace.

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.