COOPERATIVE CAREERS
Working for New Mexico’s electric cooperatives is an intelligent career move. We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, and we are always on the lookout for talented and resourceful people to join our team.
JOIN OUR COOPERATIVE TEAM
Working for New Mexico’s electric cooperatives is an intelligent career move. The New Mexico Rural Electric Cooperatives (NMREC), a Santa Fe-based organization, is dedicated to making a difference for our state’s 15 electric cooperatives, and the people and rural communities they serve. We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, and we are always on the lookout for talented and resourceful people to join our team.
Working for an electric cooperative is a great career opportunity. Cooperatives are looking for talented and resourceful people and are offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits. Electric cooperatives offer you the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in some of the best places to call “home.”
People come to work at electric cooperatives because they believe in what they do and receive the satisfaction of knowing that their work directly improves people's lives. America’s electric cooperatives employ approximately 63,000 people nationwide in a great variety of professional, technical, and business positions. Some of the best, brightest, most creative, and dedicated people have chosen to serve their communities and develop their careers through electric cooperatives.
CAREERS AT LOCAL COOPERATIVES - JULY 2024
Career opportunities are available at the New Mexico Rural Electric Cooperatives in Santa Fe, 15 electric cooperatives, and two generation and transmission cooperatives across the Land of Enchantment. All offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with the chance to help power and empower your local community.
Join the Cooperative Team
New Mexico is home to 15 local electric cooperatives based across our state. Joining a cooperative team gives you the opportunity to help provide safe, reliable, and affordable power to your rural communities, but also empower those around you.
The current positions listed below are with the New Mexico Rural Electric Cooperatives (NMREC), the Santa Fe based organization that serves New Mexico’s network of electric cooperatives, 15 electric cooperatives, and two generation and transmission cooperatives across the Land of Enchantment.
Working for New Mexico’s electric cooperatives is an exciting career move. The New Mexico Rural Electric Cooperatives (NMREC), a Santa Fe-based member services association, is dedicated to making a difference for our state’s 15 electric cooperatives, and the people and rural communities they serve. Our electric cooperative members offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, and we are always on the lookout for talented and resourceful people to join our team.
Here is the current list of Cooperative career opportunities. Visit their website for complete job details:
Journeyman Lineman
Central New Mexico Electric Cooperative
CNMEC has openings for qualified Journeymen Linemen to join our organization. A New Mexico Commercial Driver’s License (Class A) is required. Candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 35 miles of the Moriarty office. CNMEC offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package. CNMEC pays 100% of the premium costs for medical/dental/vision for employee coverage; company paid life insurance and LTD benefits, a generous paid time off program, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.
Location: Moriarty, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://cnmec.org/careers
To Apply: Send resumes with a letter of interest to Suzy Edmonds at suzy.edmonds@cnmec.org
Lineman Foreman
Central New Mexico Electric Cooperative
CNMEC has an opening for a qualified Lineman Foreman to join our organization. CNMEC offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package. CNMEC pays 100% of the premium costs for medical/dental/vision for employee coverage; company paid life insurance and LTD benefits, a generous paid time off program, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.
Location: Vaughn, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://cnmec.org/careers
To Apply: Send resumes with a letter of interest to Suzy Edmonds at suzy.edmonds@cnmec.org
Groundman
Central Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.
To build, maintain and repair overhead and underground power distribution and transmission lines within the scope of his/her training and certification in a safe and efficient manner within accepted operation standards, approved policies and procedures.
Location: Artesia, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://www.cvecoop.org/careers
To Apply: Send resumes with a letter of interest to hr@cvecoop.org
Journeyman Lineman Cuba and Espanola District Office (2 Positions)
Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative
Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative, Inc. (JMEC) is accepting applications for the position of Journeyman Lineman for the Cuba District Office. The specific purpose of the Journeyman Lineman is to utilize their skills and knowledge for the construction, operation, and maintenance of a reliable electric system.
Location: Cuba, and Espanola, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://www.jemezcoop.org/careers
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled and should be directed to: Tina Trujillo Archuleta, P.O. Box 128 Española, New Mexico 87532 Email: ttrujillo@jemecoop.org
Electrical Engineer
Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc.
As an Electrical Engineer at Lea County Electric Cooperative, you'll play a crucial role in optimizing our electrical distribution system's performance. We're seeking an analytical thinker with attention to detail and a commitment to community impact.
Location: Lovington, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://lcecnet.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Complete our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application if you're ready to contribute to our success and meet the qualifications. Applications can be submitted online at https://lcecnet.applicantpro.com/jobs/
IT Technician
Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Joining LCEC as an IT Support Specialist means you'll be at the forefront of maintaining and enhancing our IT infrastructure. Your responsibilities will encompass planning, deploying, and optimizing network hardware, software, and communication systems, while also implementing effective cybersecurity measures.
Location: Lovington, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://lcecnet.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Complete our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application if you're ready to contribute to our success and meet the qualifications. Applications can be submitted online at https://lcecnet.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Substation Technician Electric Utility
Lea County Electric Cooperative, Inc.
The Substation Technician is responsible for supporting the operation, construction, and maintenance of transmission and distribution stations, including special projects and assignments.
Location: Lovington, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://lcecnet.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Complete our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application if you're ready to contribute to our success and meet the qualifications. Applications can be submitted online at https://lcecnet.applicantpro.com/jobs/
Journeyman Lineman
Northern Rio Arriba Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Works under the direction of the Director of Operations MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED and Certified Journeyman Lineman HOURLY RATE: $30.90 base hourly rate
Location: Chama, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://www.noraelectric.org/careers
Application Deadline: Opened until filled Applications may be picked up at NORA office, via NORA’s website or call Victoria Gonzales for more information at 575-756-2181 or email: vgonzales@noraelectric.org
Journeyman Lineman or Apprentice Lineman (1 Position)
Otero County Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Shall be a journeyman in his craft. Performs diversified work of erection, repair and operation of distribution and transmission facilities. Works on energized lines, structures and equipment involved in the distribution of electricity.
An apprentice lineman is an employee not hired as a Journeyman Lineman but assigned by the management of OCEC to become a Journeyman Lineman and will be required to sign an agreement to pass the OCEC approved four-year apprentice program.
Location: Alto, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://www.ocec-inc.com/careers
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled and should be directed to: Kelley Sanders, Director of Human Resources, PO Box 227 Cloudcroft, NM 88317 kelleys@ote-coop.com
Utility Tree Trimmer
Otero County Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Operates chain saws, chippers and other equipment in the right of way maintenance of transmission and distribution systems.
Careers Website: https://www.ocec-inc.com/careers
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled and should be directed to: Kelley Sanders, Director of Human Resources, PO Box 227 Cloudcroft, NM 88317
kelleys@ote-coop.com
Journeyman Lineman
Socorro Electric Cooperative
The Journeyman Lineman position is established to provide adequate and abundant central station electric service to all member-owners within the SEC service area at the lowest possible cost. This position will provide specific operational responsibilities to be delegated to a competent, well-trained person whose knowledge of and ability in this position will contribute to the attainment of the basic purpose of the Cooperative. This position is one of active training in line work with a focus on line construction and maintenance. The position has a moderate level of line responsibility and moderate authority to make independent decisions over an assigned function. A person in this position regularly takes responsibility for a key operation or function due to their level of skill.
Location: Socorro, New Mexico
Careers Website: https://www.socorroelectric.com/careers
Applications are available by contacting Human Resource Manager at
service@socorroelectric.com or calling (575) 835-0560 ext. 1001.
ADDITIONAL CAREER RESOURCES
Additional Job Resources
Here are several resources highlighting employment opportunities in New Mexico:
- Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association, Inc.
- Western Farmers Electric Cooperative
- State of New Mexico Career Page
- New Mexico State Personnel Office
OUR BENEFITS
We are dedicated to strengthening New Mexico’s electric cooperatives and the people, businesses, and rural communities they serve. This same commitment extends to our employees as we strive to not only invest in a diverse and talented team of professionals that can support the needs of New Mexico’s electric cooperatives and their members, but also to make our organization a wonderful place to work.
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
Employee Benefits
- Company Paid Pension Plan 100%
- 401(k) 2% NMREC Paid Contribution
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Long-Term Disability
- Group Term Life
- Paid Holidays (Federal)
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
We also provide a range of professional development opportunities, including leadership and management training, which help our employees leverage their strengths and advance their careers. In addition, we offer lunch and learns, wellness programs, and team-building activities that help support our employees’ overall well-being and satisfaction in the Land of Enchantment.
OUR CULTURE
We are committed to a supportive and inclusive work environment that helps employees innovate, learn, and grow as they contribute to our NMREC Mission. To advance, protect, and advocate member interests.
This mission is reflected in our efforts to pursue forward-thinking initiatives that not only keep New Mexico’s 15 electric cooperatives at the forefront of our electric distribution industry, but also improve quality of life for the 434,700 people we serve in 30 of the state’s 33 counties.
Building a Brighter Future
We understand that a commitment to diversity strengthens not only our organization, but also the cooperatives and communities we serve. We strive to foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative environment that encourages employee growth and promotes innovative ideas as we work together to build a brighter energy future for New Mexico. We want our employees to feel supported, challenged, valued, and recognize how their daily efforts and ingenuity make a real difference for cooperative members and rural communities throughout the Land of Enchantment.
To that end, we maintain strong partnerships with the following organizations and universities to help foster diversity and inclusion in the workplace:
- New Mexico Engineering Foundation
- New Mexico Network for Women in Science and Engineering
- University of New Mexico
- New Mexico State University
- New Mexico Tech
- New Mexico Highlands University
We are also proud members/partners of the following industry associations and groups that share our commitment to innovation and service:
- National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA)
- Touchstone Energy Cooperatives
- Voices for Cooperative Power
- Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association, Inc.
- Western Farmers Electric Cooperative
- Safe Electricity
- New Mexico Chamber of Commerce
- Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce
GIVING BACK TO OUR COMMUNITIES
One of the seven cooperative principles is concern for community, and we make it a priority to volunteer at local organizations and support those in need.
New Mexico’s electric cooperatives are committed to giving back to their local communities. Beyond providing electricity, the state’s 15 electric co-ops are working to strengthen the communities they serve by investing in education, economic development, grants, scholarships, and other programs that improve quality of life for their cooperative members. Concern for community also includes volunteering and efforts to support local organizations that help those in need.
