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Careers at big rivers

Big Rivers’ most important asset is our people. As a generation and transmission cooperative, we seek to follow the core principle of respect for the employee. These talented men and women live and work in the communities we serve and provide their skillset to improve energy service in western Kentucky.

Big Rivers employs a wide variety of positions spanning the electric generation and transmission spectrum. Our generating stations require the skills of engineers, mechanics, and electricians. A highly skilled team of linemen, engineers, electricians, and foresters develop and maintain a 22-county transmission system. Big Rivers also employs approximately 100 professionals, from accountants to IT personnel to attorneys and marketing positions, at the cooperative Headquarters in Owensboro. All these support positions enable our business to run efficiently and cost-effectively for our Member-Owners.

 
 

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Our goal is to equip employees with the tools and resources to lead the cooperative today and into the future. Big Rivers offers competitive compensation and benefits, flexible work schedules for some positions, an advanced education program, and a priority on safety.

 

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The Transparency in Coverage rule requires that group health plans create machine-readable files (MRFs) that contain the negotiated rates for in-network providers and allowed amounts derived from historical claims for out-of-network providers, and make those files publicly available. These files must be made available on an open-access website effective 7/1/2022. Transparency Act- Machine Readable Files

 
 
 

A culture of safety

Safety is a top priority for Big Rivers, driving a culture that ties together company training and employee-led efforts.

 

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Nondiscrimination Statement

Big Rivers Electric Corporation is the recipient of Federal financial assistance from the Rural Electrification Administration, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and is subject to the provisions of Title VI and Title VII, of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Civil Rights Act of 1991, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991 and the rules and regulations of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Labor, OFCCP which provide that no person in the United States on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability shall be excluded from participation in, admission or access to, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination under any of this organization’s programs or activities.

The person responsible for coordinating this organization’s nondiscrimination compliance efforts is Lisa Garrett, Director Human Resources. Any individual, or specific class of individuals, who feels that this organization has subjected them to discrimination may obtain further information about the statutes and regulations listed above and/or file a written complaint with this organization; or the Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250; or the Administrator, Rural Electrification Administration, Washington, D.C. 20250, and the Director, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Washington, D.C. 20250. Complaints must be filed within 180 days after the alleged discrimination. Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent possible.

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Software Developer
Job #IRC9173
Owensboro, KY
 
  • Requisition Number: IRC9173
  • Title: Commensurate with experience
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Work Location:710 West 2nd Street, Owensboro, KY, 42301 US
  • Posting Period: 05/01/2025 to 05/31/2025
  • Salary: $83,000 to $135,000 commensurate with experience
  • Schedule: Mon-Fri 8-hour days or Mon-Thu 10-hour days, flexible start time

Benefits:

401K (Pre-Tax, Roth, After-Tax)
401K company contributions
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and Life Insurance
Pre-tax contributions to Flexible Spending Account for medical

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Software Design and Development Life-cycle knowledge and experience
Technical degree in software design and/or development
Two+ years experience designing, coding, documenting, and maintaining complex applications
Excellent communications (written and oral) skills
Able to plan own work and to work with a minimum of supervision
Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Seven+ years experience designing, coding, documenting, and maintaining complex applications
Two+ years project management experience

 

Essential Skills:

Demonstrated expertise in SQL application development 
Working knowledge of:
    • Web design
    • HTML coding and development
    • JavaScript coding
    • JSON syntax and structures
    • Development tools such as SSMS, Toad, SSMS, Visual Studio, etc.
    • Report writing (SSRS)
    • Microsoft Office products
Experience with these items is a plus:
    • PHP
    • Webix JS UI Library and Framework
    • Oracle EBS applications
    • PL/SQL
    • Visual Basic
    • SharePoint Development and/or Administration
The ideal candidate will also possess a broad understanding of accounting, business administration, and finance.

 

Job Functions:

As a top-tier candidate, this employee will lead in the improvement of business processes by working with fellow employees and member-owners in developing creative business solutions that interface with other applications as necessary, including Oracle ERP, SharePoint, cloud-based applications, and other computer software systems. This position will implement and coordinate these solutions through application design, development, documentation, and training. Must have skills in effectively adapting to rapidly changing technology. Periodic patching and upgrading purchased software solutions will also be required. Lower-tier candidates will be involved in the same processes but will work less independently. Additional guidance and direction will be provided.

How To Apply:

Please e-mail resume and cover letter referencing the requisition number and position to jobs@bigrivers.com. The cover letter should address your skills and qualifications necessary for success in this role.

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MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
JOB #IRC9213
LOCATION – Wilson Station, Centertown

The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for providing adequate, efficient generation capacity through safe and reliable equipment operation in order to meet system generation requirements in the most cost-effective manner by supervising multiple trades. Also, responsible for providing investment resource planning, forecasting, and coordinating work management systems to meet business needs. Individual must be able to identify and develop work management practices for preventive and predictive maintenance activities aimed at improving reliability and availability while focusing on personnel safety. 

A thorough knowledge of generating plant equipment and maintenance processes and procedures. Must have a well-rounded knowledge in the trades of mechanical, electrical, machining, and instrumentation. Must possess skills in planning, prioritizing and organizing activities. Team builder and coach; motivator and energizer; ability to provide candid and constructive feedback; written and communication skills; knowledge of basic computer skills; capable of establishing goals and objectives to support strategic initiatives; ability to cope with and implement change. Prior supervisory experience preferred.
 
Qualified candidates send resume to jobs@bigrivers.com – include job title & number.
 
DEADLINE TO APPLY IS 05/19/25. No third parties, no phone calls accepted. 

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PRODUCTION MANAGER
JOB # IRC9093
Wilson Station - Centertown, KY

This position is responsible for managing the production capabilities of the Company’s generating assets, ensuring adequate generating capacity and efficient utilization of the assets and resources necessary to deliver power to customers. Plan and direct activities, which provide for a safe, accident-free workplace. Lead and direct all operational activities in a manner that supports a commitment to customer service.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related field and ten years’ experience in related utility operation, including production assignments, are preferred. However, an equivalent combination of technical training or degree and associated experience will be considered. Possess and demonstrate abilities to build teams, lead, coach, facilitate, and energize employees and others. Demonstrate strategic thinking capability for developing ideas and plans that support total business objective and goals. This person should have excellent written and verbal skills to be able to communicate with all levels of personnel and skilled at influencing performance. Have the ability to lead, accelerate and implement change. Deal with ambiguity, turning concepts into action. Have the ability to prioritize resource allocation and activity focus in line with business objectives and social obligations.

Qualified candidates send resume to jobs@bigrivers.com – include job title & job number.

No third parties, no phone calls accepted. Deadline to apply is March 17, 2025.

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