Something Powerful Is Happening Here.
As one of the nation’s leading electric cooperatives, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is an extraordinary place to discover a rewarding career. Every day, REC powers the lives of its member-owners AND employees.
REC has over 400 outstanding people working across 22 counties, from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the southeastern shores of the Rappahannock River. The member-owned Cooperative offers a wide variety of career paths. While our career opportunities are diverse, what always stays consistent are our core values: Caring, Integrity, Respect, and Service.
At REC, we are connecting talent with opportunity. Why don’t you join us?
Love What You Do.
Working at REC means you will enjoy the support of a great team of professionals while also having a positive impact on the lives of people in our communities.
REC is involved in the communities we serve through philanthropic giving, volunteer projects, and community events.
Our employees are some of the most energized, innovative, and brightest in the industry. We know that working at REC means we’re building successful careers for you and a better life for others.
Start Strong. Make Connections. Plan for the Future. Enjoy the perks.
Make a Difference.
No one is quite like you.
We need a diverse group of people to join our workforce so REC can continue to be the very best for our member-owners. People who think like you do, and people who don’t, make the best team. We are actively looking for people to join our team, including those who are interested in the following career fields:
Competitive Benefits
There are a lot of perks to working at REC. You’ll be surrounded and supported by a great team of people who are passionate about what they do.
REC believes our team members are at the core of our success. In recognition of the vital role each employee makes every day, we provide some of the best benefits in the industry including:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Pension Plan
- Paid Holidays and Time Off
- Educational/Tuition Reimbursement Plan
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Programs
- Parental Leave
Committed to Growing Leaders.
Great ideas rise to the top. So do great people. We want every team member to have the opportunity to excel and become their absolute best.
At REC, we invest in our people. We work alongside our employees to understand their career ambitions and providethe training and tools to power their careers so they can rise to their greatest potential.
We also provide technical training and tools to help our employees advance their skills. With safety as a top priority, we offer a variety of programs, including:
- Lineman Apprenticeship and Associate Degree Program
- Member Services Field Representative Step Program
- Energy Professional Credentials
- Key Account Certifications
- Distribution Designer Step Program
To further advance the careers of our employees, the Cooperative established its own leadership development program that shapes future leaders for careers at REC and beyond.
Your Career Is Important. So Are You.
When our employees are at their best, REC is at its very best. That benefits everyone. REC leaders are committed to offering guidance and mentoring so every team member can enjoy their job and excel in every way possible.
Experience the joy of working in an environment where you are making a difference – along with team leaders who are with you every step of the way.