Start your next career with Lake Region Electric Cooperative!
We are a member-owned, community-focused electric, natural gas, and energy services company. We work to efficiently deliver affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy to our members with over 30,000 services.
Located in Pelican Rapids, 45 miles SE of Fargo/Moorhead, we serve the heart of Minnesota lake country, including the counties of Becker, Clay, Douglas, Grant, Otter Tail, Wilkin and Wadena.
Vision: Leading, empowering, guiding members to use energy wisely to secure a better future for our families, our communities, and our world.
Mission: Provide our members with safe, reliable affordable energy, and lead by offering innovative services to grow the cooperative.
If you are ready to join a team that believes in their mission and takes pride in what they do for our membership, apply for one of our open positions today! Job offer rates are determined based on the candidate’s specific education, experience, knowledge, skills, and in alignment with market data.
The total compensation package for full-time employees includes:
Company Paid:
- Single Coverage, Medical Insurance
- HRA & HSA contribution
- 401k match and discretionary contributions
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life Insurance
Employee Paid:
- Medical Insurance for dependents
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Benefit Plan
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Other supplemental benefit offerings
Value adds:
- Generous paid time-off accrual
- 10 paid holidays
- On-site fitness center
- Annual uniform allowance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
These positions will remain open for 30 days or until filled; however, applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the review process will begin right away.
Careers
Cable & Pipeline Locator
Pelican Rapids, MN I Full-time, Seasonal
As a result of an internal promotion within our Operations team, we are seeking a Cable & Pipeline Locator to be a key part in ensuring public safety and reliable energy service by accurately locating and marking underground electric distribution cables and natural gas pipelines. Respond to Gopher State One Call (GSOC) tickets accurately and within required timelines. Use mapping systems and locating equipment to identify underground infrastructure. Coordinate with contractors, excavators, and internal teams to support safe excavation. This is a full-time, seasonal position, typically working standard daytime hours from April through November, with a winter layoff.
What We’re Looking For:
- Combination of education and experience equivalent to 1–3 years in a related field
- Experience in construction, field services, utilities, or outdoor work preferred
- Ability to read maps and operate equipment and mobile technology
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in field environments
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurability requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
The position is eligible for full-time benefits and the union starting wage range is $25.00 – $28.00/hour with a training progression period and wage adjustments to conclude over 2 years. Job offer rates are determined based on the candidate’s specific education, experience, knowledge, skills, and in alignment with market data.
If you’re looking to do meaningful, hands-on work in lakes country—with a schedule that allows for time off during the winter—we encourage you to apply. View the full job description here and apply below.
Job offers are conditional upon successful completion of pre-employment screening which may include a physical examination, drug screening, background check, reference check, and motor vehicle record check as applicable to the position.
LREC is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, public assistance, age, marital status, familial status, or protected veteran status. To learn more, view your EEO rights under the law.
How to Apply
A completed application, which requires a signature via the application process, is only considered for the applied indicated position. Submit an application for each position to which you intend to be considered. A cover letter and resume may be attached during the online application process.
Contact Human Resources regarding the accessibility of our website, an accommodation request, or assistance needed in completing the application process, via email HR@lrec.coop, or phone 800-552-7658.