To be an integral part of our retail sales team by demonstrating excellent customer service skills in our retail store. Our ideal candidate takes pleasure in solving problems, is able to work under pressure, sell to customers and enjoys being part of a team. Teamwork at Sutherlands means participating in team decisions, maintaining good working relationships and supporting coworkers and our business goals. Primary Tasks and Responsibilities: • Greeting customers • Assisting customers with home improvement questions and guiding customers towards the right product(s)s primarily in the electrical department, but in other departments around the store as needed. • Maintaining excellent store presentation • Be crossed trained to fill in at other departments. • Assist with refunds and exchanges Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a high school education/GED and 1+ years of retail sales experience or the equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training. Specific product knowledge and sales experience is preferred, but not necessary. A varied schedule will include day, evening and weekend shifts. • Excellent customer service skills • Knowledgeable with home improvement products • Knowledgeable with Electrical Fundamentals • Friendly and outgoing personality • Motivated, hardworking and honest • Detail oriented • Prior Electrical trade or sales experience preferred. Salary: We offer competitive pay, based on your level of experience. Additional Information: The responsibilities and qualifications displayed here are subject to change. This is not an official job description. Sutherlands® strives to be a drug-free work environment. All employees are subject to initial and random drug screening. About Us: We are a privately held company with a very successful history. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer the opportunity for a challenging and rewarding career. Posted: 08-29-2024
See More Details >>As a Substation Technician for Sunflower Electric Power Corporation in Great Bend, KS, you will get the opportunity to work on transformers and other mechanical and electrical components of transmission substations. Enjoy traveling our service territory as you assist with the construction, inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of electric transmission and distribution substation equipment including power transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and various electrical and electronic systems with most duties involving working with circuits between 48 and 600 volts. Opportunities:Gain knowledge and hands-on experience by joining a utility apprenticeship program. Work with an experienced, talented group of safety-conscious individuals who are dedicated to helping you grow.Enjoy daily variety by traveling Sunflower's service territory while working with contractors and various Sunflower departments.Gain experience in reading and understanding construction and manufacturers' drawings and specifications, schematic diagrams, and substation drawings.Enjoy our robust benefits package, including low health insurance premiums and a company-funded pension. Apprentice Qualifications:Two year post high school technical certification in industrial electrical, instrument and control, or electronics; or equivalent combination of education and experience.One year control circuit wiring and installation experience preferred.Placement in the position will be based upon the level of competencies possessed.Journey Qualifications: Two year post high school technical certification in industrial electrical, instrument and control, or electronics and four years electric utility substation experience with increasingly responsible duties related to the installation and maintenance of substation equipment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Completion of a recognized substation apprenticeship program is preferred.Refer to the Responsibility Outlines for a complete list of qualifications: Substation Technician Apprentice and Journey Substation Technician.EEI Testing:We administer selection tests for a variety of positions. The required tests have been developed by the Edison Electric Institute (EEI), a trade association of investor-owned electric utility companies. We strongly encourage candidates to review all the information, including the sample test brochures, and to use the available practice tests before taking the actual tests, available here:EEI Practice TestsPractice tests provide sample questions and detailed discussions of the correct answers. It's important to take the practice test as you would the actual one, with similar intensity and concentration. You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader on your computer. Note: EEI does not allow access to the actual tests. Testing sessions are held at various locations.Sunflower Electric Power Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
See More Details >>Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a member owned electrical distribution cooperative dedicated to Delivering Energy for Life to our communities in western and central Kansas. We have an opening for a Consumer Services Representative I. This job is located in our Great Bend, Kansas office. Our employees are welcoming and committed to your success and to the success of the department. You will be empowered and exposed to situations that will utilize your member service and communication experience and knowledge of cash handling, account maintenance, and new service setup. You'll have learning opportunities in multiple aspects of cooperative member service and account set-up and maintenance.Opportunities:Work on different aspects of utility account maintenance and support.Provide support to achieve the lowest cost, most reliable, and environmentally efficient electricity distribution.Enjoy the friendly, hometown atmosphere and give back to your community.Be part of a team who is dedicated, inviting, and knowledgeable.Receive outstanding benefits including a company funded pension and 401(k) match, low health insurance premiums, paid vacation, sick, and holiday time, company paid group term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, company paid long term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and a continuing education program.Gain experience in an electric utility to further your career, including technical and soft skills.Summary: Responsible for managing Cooperative member accounts in a professional and timely manner. Efficiently and accurately process cash receipts, changes to service, manage member accounts and maintain individual cash drawers. Responsible for accurately adding new service and equipment into software as installed. Audits member accounts for billing accuracy. Determines needs of members and general public visiting Cooperative offices; escorts or directs to the proper person or department for desired information and/or assistance. To demonstrate to members, co-workers, and the general public a positive member-service experience when handling telephone traffic and personal visits to the Cooperative.Top Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalentKnowledgeable in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.Knowledge of principles and processes for providing exceptional member service. Ability to resolve complex and sensitive member service problems while remaining calm and professional during member contacts that can be high stress and verbally abusive. Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Able to listen and interpret what individuals are asking/telling you.Able to maintain confidential Cooperative and employee information.Able to research complex and sensitive member service problems through research and investigation of work papers, and discussions with member to find solutions that best benefits the member within Cooperative guidelines.Able to independently search out learning opportunities to expand and update consumer service knowledge.Able to evaluate a posed question or problem and make competent decisions within a reasonable amount of time.Able to keep files, schedules, and projects organized.Detail Oriented.Refer to the Job Description for a complete list of qualifications and essential functions.Wheatland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Great Bend, KS, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 electricians nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Great Bend, KS, apprentices earn an average of $406.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $459.50 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
