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Power Plant Operator Glencoe Light and Power
Power Plant Operator Glencoe Light and Power

Glencoe Light and Power Commission is an electric utility seeking an individual in the mechanical technician field (or equivalent work experience) to operate and maintain its generation facilities and substations in compliance with all applicable state, federal and industry related regulations. ... Continue Reading

Postedby Dave Meyer
Date posted11/7/2025


Economic Development Director City of Detroit Lakes
Economic Development Director City of Detroit Lakes

Economic Development Director Position Description: The City of Detroit Lakes is seeking a full-time Economic Development Director to lead initiatives that promote business growth, attract new investments, and strengthen housing and workforce opportunities throughout the community. This... Continue Reading

Postedby Deon Strapp
Date posted10/30/2025


Cypress Engine Accessories helps system reliability
Cypress Engine Accessories helps system reliability

At Cypress Engine Accessories (CEA), Clint Loving works to supply utilities in the Midwest, where many municipal clients need engine upgrades to maintain system reliability. CEA creates cost-effective solutions for outdated power plants, focusing especially on engine and generator... Continue Reading

Date posted10/29/2025


Project Manager – Transmission SMMPA
Project Manager – Transmission SMMPA

Project Manager – Transmission Location: Rochester, MNStarting salary: $96,549 – $120,686 based on qualificationsApplication deadline: Open until filled Join Our Team and Power the Future!Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency (SMMPA) is seeking a Project Manager of Transmission... Continue Reading

Postedby Deb Donahue
Date posted10/28/2025


Full-Time Public Works Technician Water/Wastewater Operator Paynesville
Full-Time Public Works Technician Water/Wastewater Operator Paynesville

The City of Paynesville is seeking applicants to perform a wide variety of skilled and general maintenance work activities and functions including operating, maintaining, inspection, and repairing the municipal infrastructure and equipment associated with the drinking water supply, treatment,... Continue Reading

Postedby Jennifer Welling
Date posted10/14/2025


Public Utilities Director New Ulm
Public Utilities Director New Ulm

The Public Utilities Director provides executive leadership for all operations of New Ulm Public Utilities (NUPU), overseeing the management of its physical assets and directing the activities of its five core service areas. The Director reports directly to the City Manager and Commission and... Continue Reading

Postedby Ellen Hiniker
Date posted10/8/2025


NISC is all about its members
NISC is all about its members

Karen McAllister enjoys her work at National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC) because of the Members and the satisfaction of helping them meet their needs. As an account manager, she serves the entire state of Minnesota, supporting public power entities, advocating for them, and... Continue Reading

Date posted09/16/2025


Director of Public Works and Utilities City of North Branch
Director of Public Works and Utilities City of North Branch

The City of North Branch, a growing community of over 12,000 residents just 40 minutes north of the Twin Cities, is hiring a Director of Public Works and Utilities. This leadership role oversees public works operations including water and wastewater treatment, electric generation, streets, and... Continue Reading

Postedby Travis Miles
Date posted09/12/2025


Frontier Energy: Helping MMUA members save in power
Frontier Energy: Helping MMUA members save in power

After six years in the Navy working in engine rooms and cryogenic facilities, Matt Haley found his true calling in energy efficiency. Following years working at various consulting firms and then starting his own company in 1998, Haley now serves as the senior vice president of business development... Continue Reading

Date posted07/23/2025


HDR: Supporting utility projects for MMUA members
HDR: Supporting utility projects for MMUA members

Jessilyn Marth’s transition from theater stages to the strategic world of marketing at HDR highlights the power of creative problem-solving. She has established herself as the external marketing leader for HDR’s Resources Business Group, which includes the power, waste, and industrial... Continue Reading

Date posted06/23/2025


Spencer Fane provides expert support for MMUA members
Spencer Fane provides expert support for MMUA members

For Kaela Brennan, it was love of the state that brought her to the work she does for municipal utilities in Minnesota. From growing up in Omaha, Nebraska, to being a student at both the University of St. Thomas and at the University of Minnesota law school, Kaela started her journey as an... Continue Reading

Date posted06/4/2025


Bright sparks and big solutions: How Irby powers lasting partnerships
Bright sparks and big solutions: How Irby powers lasting partnerships

For nearly a century, Irby has been more than just a distributor of materials—it has been a stalwart partner in powering the backbone of America’s energy grid. From its early days electrifying rural towns to today’s sophisticated smart grid deployments and broadband expansions,... Continue Reading

Date posted04/16/2025