All applicants MUST submit a BREC application (link below). Applications and resumes can be emailed to: BREC-HR@blackriver.coop or mailed to:
Human Resources
Black River Electric Coop
PO Box 130
Sumter, SC 29151
Black River Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a critical infrastructure employer.
Black River Electric Cooperative, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We do not currently offer any remote (work from home) positions.
It is the preference of the cooperative that all employees live within Lee, Clarendon, Kershaw, or Sumter counties. This preference is based on community involvement and the responsiveness of employees as it relates to the service (including after hours and emergency response) we are expected to provide to our membership.
*BREC does not currently offer a relocation package.*
*Response time to an employee’s respective on-call duty location shall not exceed 50 minutes.*
As a Lineman, you’ll:
Join a member focused team making a difference every day!
Are you a people first problem solver who loves to help others and thrives in a fast paced, team oriented environment? We’re looking for a Member Services Trainee who is ready to grow, learn, and provide exceptional service across multiple departments. If you’re looking for more than just a job (and want a place to build a career), we want to meet you!
As a Member Services Trainee, you’ll be an essential part of our front line team, supporting members through cashiering, call center, and service interactions. This role offers hands-on experience and cross training across departments, providing a strong foundation for career advancement.
Apply now and become part of a team where your work matters!
Under regular supervision, is responsible for providing assistance in support of the cooperative warehouse department. Is responsible for working with various departments to determine material needs for projects, pulling materials, and ensuring all materials are ready for pick up by crews and contractors. Operates forklift and other equipment to stock materials and maintain an orderly warehouse. Reports to the Warehouse Manager.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of six months of experience in general warehouse activities and material handling with experience operating a forklift; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills; knowledge and abilities.
• Receives materials. Operates forklift to handle stock storage and manages the space allocation for stock. Appropriately works new items into warehouse stock storage area.
• Assists with pulling orders based on review of staking sheets and ensuring materials are ready for crews and contractors to pick up projects. Verifies accuracy of outgoing materials.
• Assists with monitoring inventory levels. Participates in routine inventory count and yearly inventory.
• Assists in preparing purchase orders and various paperwork in support of managing inventory.
• Receives and delivers incoming packages to appropriate individuals and locations.
• Inspects first aid kits, fire extinguisher, and related equipment and supplies to ensure a safe working area.
• Ensures the maintenance of security for the warehouse building; ensures doors and other outside storage areas are secure each day. Is responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly warehouse.
• Assists the Warehouse Manager during storm trouble and emergency situations.
Performs other related duties as required
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including forklift, truck, hand truck, floats, etc.. Must be physically able to exert up to thirty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or frequently to lift carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work; position involves standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, balancing, etc. frequently or occasionally. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of up to seventy-five pounds.