Electric co-ops are community-focused organizations that deliver safe, reliable and affordable energy to our consumer-members. Co-ops are unique because we belong to the community we serve, giving us better insight into our consumer-members' needs.
It takes a variety of skills to develop new technologies and infrastructure, keep the electric grid secure and power the lives and economy of our local community. We’re looking for individuals to lead the charge in meeting our community’s energy needs and helping to create a brighter future for all.
Below are current job opportunities:
Butte Electric Cooperative, Inc. has an opening for a full-time Chief Financial Officer at our headquarters in Newell, SD. The successful applicant must have a background in accounting, finance, or related field with a minimum of five years of management experience in accounting or finance. Job Duties and Responsibilities include developing annual budgets and long-range forecasts, managing all finance, accounting, billing, human resource, and customer service functions of the cooperative, preparing all regulatory reports, documents, and financial requirements. The applicant must possess excellent management, analytical, organizational, and communications skills. This position offers excellent pay and benefits. Full job description and application for employment are available on our website: www.butteelectric.com/careers. To be considered for employment qualified applicants must submit a completed application with a cover letter and resume to Butte Electric Cooperative, Inc., Attn: Chief Executive Officer, P.O. Box 137, Newell, SD 57760. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Butte Electric is an Equal opportunity Employer.
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Successful applicant will be located at our Miller, SD, service center. Work involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment. Must have working knowledge of construction, electrical work, and troubleshooting. Employment applications are available on our website, www.dakotaenergy.coop/your-cooperative/employment. Dakota Energy Cooperative offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and an excellent benefit package. To be considered, qualified individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed employment application to Human Resources, Dakota Energy Cooperative, Inc., P.O. Box 830, Huron, SD 57350. Documents may also be submitted via e-mail addressed to jobs@dakotaenergy.coop. Applications accepted until filled. DEC is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
FEM Electric is accepting résumés for a 1000-hour line worker/electrician position. This is a seasonal position of 40+ hours a week. Job duties include working with other operations employees in the construction and retirement of distribution utility lines as well as troubleshooting, installing and maintaining commercial, residential and farm or ag electrical systems. Power line Construction/Electrical Construction and Maintenance School is preferred but not required. All hours worked can be recorded and applied towards the Line Worker Apprenticeship/Electrician Apprenticeship program. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver license. CDL required. This position will be in Ipswich, South Dakota. Cover letters and résumés can be sent to Sean Christiansen, Operations Manager via email at christiansen@femelectric.coop| Opens Email, fax at 605-426-6791 or mailed to FEM Electric, Attn: Sean Christiansen, PO Box 468, Ipswich, SD 57451, and will be accepted until the position is filled.
FEM Electric is an equal opportunity employer.
Lacreek Electric Association, Inc. is accepting applications for 1000-hour Linemen. Applicants must be at least 18-years of age and possess a Commercial Driver's License. Having completed a Line Worker Training Program is preferred but not mandatory. Permanent employment may be available after 1000 hrs but will depend on employee performance. Target start date is May-June or sooner depending on applicant availability. A pre-employment drug test is required. To apply, pick up an application at our office located at 121 N. Harold St., Martin, S.D. or find on our website www.lacreek.com. Applications and resumes with references may be delivered directly to Lacreek Electric at 121 N. Harold St. or mailed to PO Box 220 Martin, SD 57551. They can also be faxed to 605-685-6957, attention Mike or emailed to mikep@lacreek.com. For more information call 605-685-5681 (ext. 3522). Applications will be accepted until filled. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
The Metering/Billing Specialist will provide continuous quality service with accurate metering and billing of accounts to deliver high-quality service to members, promoting energy efficiency, and managing metering operations and key accounts. This role involves supervising programs that improve member engagement and satisfaction, enhancing the Cooperative’s cost-effectiveness, and supporting economic development initiatives. The position also supports demand-side management (DSM), advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), and technical troubleshooting for electric systems.
Strong computer skills are highly recommended but not required.
Wage is dependent on experience.
The job opening will remain open until filled.
For more information or to apply, please contact our office at 605-685-6581.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Traverse Electric Cooperative, Inc. is accepting applications for the position of Journeyman Lineworker. Requirements include the successful completion of an accredited lineworker training program and completion of a four year Power Lineworker Apprenticeship Program approved by the Minnesota Department of Labor. The successful candidate must possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, good oral and written skills, and a strong commitment to safety and our members. The successful candidate must have a current Class A CDL driver's license with a good driving record and live in close proximity to Wheaton, MN to allow for a reasonable response time to emergencies and outages. The candidate will also be on an on-call rotation.
Applications can be found on our website: www.traverseelectric.com or can be mailed or emailed to interested candidates upon request. Completed application and resume should be directed to Karen Lupkes, Office Manager, PO Box 66, Wheaton, MN 56296 or emailed to klupkes@traverseelectric.com. For more information or to request a job description please contact Karen Lupkes at 800-927-5443 or klupkes@traverseelectric.com. Position open until filled. EOE.
Traverse Electric Cooperative, Inc.'s service territory includes Traverse, Big Stone, Wilkin, Stevens, and Grant counties in MN, and Roberts and Marshall counties in SD, and also a small portion of Richland County in ND. The cooperative provides service to 2,200 members with over 1,100 miles of overhead and 600 miles of underground distribution lines.
Wheaton, MN is located in Traverse County, near the South Dakota and North Dakota borders, and is primarily agriculture centered. Wheaton is near Lake Traverse and Big Stone Lake. Wheaton offers walleye fishing, goose, pheasant, duck, and deer hunting – and, more recently, turkey and coyote. Wheaton also has superb healthcare access (hospital, clinic, long term care, eye and dental clinics) and an excellent PreK-12 public school system. Please visit www.cityofwheaton.com to see all the great things our community has to offer.