As an equal opportunity provider and employer, Stearns Electric Association seeks employees who are respectful, accountable and team-oriented. We look to hire people who want to make an impact serving our mission of providing reliable electric service, beneficial energy solutions and a positive member experience. Employees benefit from a work environment that promotes a healthy culture, sharing core principles that foster a positive workplace and contribute to the success of the organization. We offer a total compensation benefits/pay package that we are proud of. When a position is available, a posting will be listed below.

ELECTRICAL LINEWORKER

Stearns Electric Association, a Central Minnesota electrical distribution cooperative serving over 28,000 member consumers, is seeking a full-time apprentice or journeyman lineworker.

Successful candidate will be required to perform duties associated with the construction and maintenance of the Cooperative’s overhead and underground electric distribution system. Candidate qualifications include:

• Completion of an electrical lineworker approved program and diploma.
• Apprentice lineworker having a minimum of 3,000 hours may apply however, preference will be given to candidates with 4,000 hours or a journeyman lineworker.
• Possess Class “A” CDL and an acceptable driving record.
• Must exhibit a high commitment to safety and compliance with safety rules.
• Ability to climb and work at heights that may exceed 50 feet; ability to perform pole top rescue.
• This position will be required to be on an on-call rotation when eligible and live within 15 miles (measured in a straight line) of the reporting office in Melrose, MN.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen including cannabis and hemp derived products and a motor vehicle report (MVR).

Employees benefit from a work environment that promotes a healthy culture and offers training and career development opportunities.

The wage range for this position is $38.37-$51.14 per hour, depending on education and work experience.  This position is non-exempt/hourly with overtime work.

Benefits include paid vacation and sick pay, health insurance, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement plans, upon eligibility, and more.

Send cover letter that includes specific information on the candidates recorded hours along with a resume and two professional references to Human Resources, Stearns Electric Association, 900 Kraft Drive SE, Melrose, MN 56352 or email to hrdept@stearnselectric.org no later than Monday, September 30, 2024.

Stearns Electric Association is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

PART-TIME MEMBER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

St. Joseph Office, Monday – Friday 3.5 hours per workday

If you enjoy talking, helping people, using computers, solving problems, being organized, paying attention to detail then you might enjoy this part-time career opportunity.

Stearns Electric Association is seeking a part-time Member Service Representative (MSR).  This position will work daily with our Membership regarding capital credits and account transfers. This position will also need to know the basic information regarding member inquiries in billing and energy services.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, post high school training in office procedures, receptionist duties and/or customer service experience.  Preferred qualifications include three years of customer service experience.

The preferred working hours are 8:00 – 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, however a slightly earlier or later start time would be acceptable. The primary reporting office is located in St. Joseph with potential for work at our headquarters in Melrose, MN.

The starting wage for this position can range from $20.00 – 23.50 per hour, depending on education and work experience. The position is non-exempt/hourly. The position includes limited benefits including holiday pay, earned sick and safe time pay, and branded clothing allowance.

Send cover letter and resume no later than Friday, September 20, 2024 to:

Human Resources, Stearns Electric Association, PO Box 40, Melrose, MN 56352 or email to hrdept@stearnselectric.org

Stearns Electric Association is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Stearns Electric has subsidiary ownership in Heartland Security and Carr’s Tree Service. To find employment at either of these subsidiaries, click below:

Heartland Security Services (link to HSS website/careers area)

Carr’s Tree Service (link to Carr’s website/careers area)

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Stearns Electric Association is an equal opportunity provider and employer. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at https://www.usda.gov/oascr/how-to-file-a-program-discrimination-complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.