Careers in Energy By Connie Hogue, Director of Human Resources and Safety At The Energy Cooperative, we We also have a variety of other positions at our cooperative. believe cooperatives build a • Natural gas operations: system operators, better world. Our cooperative is welders, construction and technicians • Propane operations: drivers and technicians a mission-driven organization • Electric system operations: operators, meter with 160 employees supporting more than 67,500 members. technicians, tree clearing and coordinators We are member-owned and • SCADA controlled by the members • Member service and billing we serve. We believe in our • Safety employees and strive to • Information technology Connie Hogue • Engineering and GIS provide fair, honest and equal • Communications & marketing treatment with a commitment to training, education • Community relations and opportunity for advancement in a safe and secure • Human resources environment. • Accountants • Administrative Assistants Are you wondering what types of jobs are available, and which skills you should focus on to help you join the energy field? The energy industry is home to over 100 skilled, well- If you are interested in a career with The Energy paying careers that offer reliable employment. Here are Cooperative, we would love to talk to you! Apply for just a few of careers available at The Energy Cooperative. positions you are interested in when they are available. Visit myenergycoop.com/careers to see available positions Line Worker: Line workers focus on the transmission and at The Energy Cooperative. To learn more about careers in distribution of electricity. They have specialized training the energy industry visit oogeep.org/industry-workforce/ and an in-depth understanding of electrical circuits of all careers or getintoenergy.com. voltages. They use knowledge of mechanical relationships, such as leverage and how pulleys work, in practical situations. With their math skills, they can visualize length, width, thickness, height or depth, as well as differences among shapes, widths or lengths of electrical lines. Service Technician: Natural gas service technicians are also emergency responders. They use specialized equipment to detect leaks both in a member’s premises or outdoors and can service them, ensuring the safety of members. They also use a variety of measuring tools to locate and mark out underground natural gas lines. Engineer: Engineers turn ideas into reality. They are behind the scenes of the computers, cars, buildings and infrastructure we depend on every day. Likewise, engineers are essential in the energy industry. They design, implement and maintain utility infrastructures, such as gas mains, substations, electrical grids and other types of delivery systems. MYENERGYCOOP.COM
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