Careers at KPUB
At Kerrville Public Utility Board (KPUB), providing outstanding customer service is fundamental to our company culture. Since 1987, we’ve been committed to delivering safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to the Kerrville area. We serve approximately 24,500 customers across a 146-square-mile area, including Kerrville, Center Point, Ingram, Hunt, and surrounding parts of Kerr County.
As a community-owned, not-for-profit electric utility company, our actions are guided by the best interests of our customers and community. Our leadership and team members live, work, and raise their families right here, ensuring a deep commitment to the areas we serve.
If you’re seeking a career with growth opportunities, excellent benefits, and a chance to make a difference in the community, consider joining KPUB, which is recognized as one of Kerrville’s Top Workplaces.
Benefits & Perks
We value our employees and strive to retain top talent by offering a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time team members, including:
- Competitive Compensation
- Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Deferred Compensation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Cancer & Critical Illness Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Workplace Culture
Our commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture has earned us the distinction of being a Top Workplace Award recipient for the past two consecutive years.
At KPUB, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a career and a tight-knit work family that cares for our community. We invest in our employees by providing various on-the-job and industry-specific training opportunities, empowering them to develop new skills and advance in their careers. We also value and prioritize work-life balance and enjoy employee-focused events, lunch-and-learn opportunities, wellness committees, and more.
Available Positions
TITLE: Project Manager
POSITION STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt
GRADE: 10
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
REPORTS TO: Director of Engineering
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the planning, coordination and management of various projects and initiatives across the organization. This role ensures that project timelines, resources, budgets, and stakeholder communication are effectively managed to support successful project implementation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and prepare project objectives, deliverables, scoping, and scheduling documentation and present to stakeholders for acceptance and resource planning.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules with appropriate task breakdown for the resources and stakeholders involved.
• Monitor project schedules through continuous evaluation of resource constraints, material lead times, and contracted timelines.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing resource and budget utilization across all projects.
• Support major projects and initiatives including substation upgrade projects, fiber extension projects, distribution line upgrade projects, annual inspection programs, and other special projects and initiatives assigned.
• Coordinate with internal and external resources as needed for project implementation.
• Review, approve, and/or develop bidding documents according to KPUB procurement standards.
• Conduct formal bidding, evaluation, and contracting process according to KPUB purchasing policies.
• Prepare requisitions, purchase orders, workorders, and reports working in KPUB financial system.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks related to scope, schedule and budget.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders involved in various projects including operations, engineering, and customer service.
• Monitor project progress against budget, baseline milestones and prepare reports for stakeholders, KPUB management, and the Board of Directors as needed.
• Maintain the security of confidential information.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and develop resources and standardized templates to provide consistency across projects. • Lead project meetings and ensure clear, timely communications across teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering or General Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field; OR equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Five (5) years of direct project management experience required.
• Electric utility or infrastructure project management preferred.
• PMP certification a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools, business enterprise software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to train others and has specialized knowledge to serve as a subject matter expert.
• Ability to lead, mentor and guide peers.
• Ability to document procedures, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate office equipment and software used in project management.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Requirements:
• Valid Texas driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Bondable.
• Ability to perform job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment but includes some fieldwork.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of materials.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk and operate office and field equipment.
• Field visits may involve uneven terrain, outdoor exposure, and use of required PPE.
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TITLE: Project Coordinator
POSITION STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt
GRADE: 8
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
REPORTS TO: Director of Engineering
JOB SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for the planning, coordination and management of various projects and initiatives across the organization. This role ensures that project timelines, resources, budgets, and stakeholder communication are effectively managed to support successful project implementation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and prepare project objectives, deliverables, scoping, and scheduling documentation and present to stakeholders for acceptance and resource planning.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules with appropriate task breakdown for the resources and stakeholders involved.
• Monitor project schedules through continuous evaluation of resource constraints, material lead times, and contracted timelines.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing resource and budget utilization across all projects.
• Support major projects and initiatives, including substation upgrade projects, fiber extension projects, distribution line upgrade projects, annual inspection programs, and other special projects and initiatives assigned.
• Coordinate with internal and external resources as needed for project implementation.
• Review, approve, and/or develop bidding documents according to KPUB procurement standards.
• Conduct formal bidding, evaluation, and contracting process according to KPUB purchasing policies.
• Prepare requisitions, purchase orders, workorders, and reports working in KPUB financial system.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks related to scope, schedule and budget.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders involved in various projects including operations, engineering, and customer service.
• Monitor project progress against budget, baseline milestones and prepare reports for stakeholders, KPUB management, and the Board of Directors as needed.
• Maintain the security of confidential information.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and develop resources and standardized templates to provide consistency across projects.
• Lead project meetings and ensure clear, timely communications across teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering or General Manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
• Associate’s degree in a related field; OR equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Three (3) years of direct project management experience required.
• Familiarity with electric utility or infrastructure project management preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools, business enterprise software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to document procedures, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities.
• Ability to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate office equipment and software used in project management.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Requirements:
• Valid Texas driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Bondable.
• Ability to perform job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment but includes some fieldwork.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of materials.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk and operate office and field equipment.
• Field visits may involve uneven terrain, outdoor exposure, and use of required PPE.
Download a copy of this job description by clicking here.
Accommodation Request
If you have a disability and need accommodation(s) to apply for one of KPUB’s posted positions, please contact us:
Call: 1-830-792-8283
Email: [email protected]
Equal Employment Opportunity
KPUB actively promotes equal-opportunity employment and equal pay on the basis of merit and ability to perform work. Equal opportunity will be extended to all qualified employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or disability.
E-Verify
U.S. law requires companies to employ only individuals who may legally work in the United States, either as U.S. citizens or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization. KPUB participates in E-Verify, a U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services internet system that helps businesses determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the U.S.
Apprenticeship Program
At KPUB, we recognize the vital role utilities play in developing the next generation of skilled workers through robust apprenticeship programs. Our own KPUB Apprenticeship Program is officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor and undergoes regular audits to ensure it meets the highest standards of compliance and integrity.
To become a Journeyman Lineman, apprentices and trainees must complete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training along with 144 hours of independent coursework. Upon successful completion, graduates earn a certificate of completion and a nationally recognized certification that stays with them throughout their careers.
This is a paid program that emphasizes both hands-on experience and continued education. Apprentices work closely with experienced Journeymen in the field—learning directly from seasoned professionals who serve not only as coworkers but also as coaches, mentors, and teachers. Apprentices gain experience across various areas of the utility industry, including substations and power line operations.
Much of our linemen’s continued success is a testament to the exceptional training and guidance they receive from our Journeymen. Since 2006, 27 apprentices have successfully completed KPUB’s apprenticeship program and received their Department of Labor certifications.
We are incredibly proud of our dedicated linemen, whose commitment and expertise ensure our community receives safe, reliable power—day in and day out.
Get an inside look into Kerrville Public Utility Board’s lineman apprenticeship program:
Community Involvement
KPUB is committed to being a good corporate citizen in the community we serve and making the Kerrville area a better place to work, live and raise our families. We promote employee involvement in our community by allowing employees time away from work to volunteer to help at various nonprofit organizations in the area that support our citizens.
In addition, we also support employees as they volunteer to participate on various nonprofit boards throughout the community. As you join KPUB, please discuss your volunteer aspirations with your supervisor.