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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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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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LINEMAN - JOB #IRC9693
LOCATION – OWENSBORO, KY

This position will climb transmission wood and steel poles and steel towers. Operate service trucks, cranes, digger derricks, and bucket trucks. Operate chainsaws, drills and other power tools. Manually dig with a shovel. Apply wood preservative chemicals. Operate mobile computers for mapping system and facilities maintenance. Qualifications include three years’ overhead lineman experience, Class A commercial driver’s license with clean driving record, certified in glove and hot stick work on energized lines. Ability to lift/carry 75 pounds, perform heavy physical work and walk long distances over rough terrain. Have basic electrical training and ability to read blueprints and instruction manuals. Work outside in inclement weather day or night. Work overtime as required and report for emergency call in work anytime.

Minimum 3 years of related experience and a minimum of 620 hours (6 months) of industrial electricity education from a state approved industrial vocational school or a recognized accredited technical school. In addition, an employee must already have or receive a CDL license and State of Kentucky Pesticide applicators license within 6 months of accepting the job as Lineman. Travel within service area, out of town overnight, and overtime work is required. Reside within 35 miles of the workplace within 12 months. Prefer graduate of lineman training from accredited program.

Qualified candidates send resume to jobs@bigrivers.com – include job title & job number. No third parties, no phone calls accepted. Deadline to apply is 04/05/26.

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PLANT ENGINEER III - JOB #IRC9694
LOCATION – ROBARDS, KY

This position will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of projects at the facility to ensure the projects are completed on time and within budget. Lead preventive/predictive maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable equipment operation in the most cost effective manner. Individual will support various plant operations and maintenance groups with engineering based troubleshooting, problem analysis, and resolution. Maintain and support continuous improvement of maintenance activities for unit and equipment outages. Complete reports on unit performance and outages as required. Must be able to conduct work activities with regard to environmental rules and regulations and regularly review assignments to assure optimum efficiency. Develop, negotiate, and implement contracts with contractors, vendors, engineering firms, and others as required to support plant operations and maintenance activities. Acquire and maintain NBIC “R” Stamp certification for Certified Weld Inspector and Contractors Licenses as required by the Weld Quality Management System.

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or an alternate combination of education and experience, which results in equivalent job knowledge. Requires thorough knowledge of utility power generation with a thorough knowledge of plant maintenance procedures, project management, and plant performance. Must be able to independently evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment in identifying and implementing enhancements, adaptations and modifications to existing and/or new equipment in a power plant environment. Requires a high level of judgment, analytic ability and creativity, such as investigating moderately complex problems or situations, analyzing information and recommending solutions.

Qualified candidates send resume to jobs@bigrivers.com – include job title & job number. Deadline to apply is 04/05/26. No third parties, no phone calls accepted.

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Budget Analyst – Job #IRC9673
Location – Wilson Station - Centertown, KY

Position requires a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting. CPA/CMA license and/or master’s degree is desired but not required. Three years’ experience in utility accounting is preferred. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills along with a good understanding of the operational and financial sides of the business and demonstrate advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency. This person must be able to make decisions independently and collectively and to perform with a moderate degree of supervision; have the ability to work with diverse groups to achieve goals and adhere to a high level of compliance and sensitivity.

Compiles, maintains and analyzes budgetary and financial data of the assigned segments of the business. Leads the development of the Budget and Financial Plan for the assigned segments of the business by interfacing with appropriate parties. Performs wide variety of budgetary calculations and analyses and prepares moderately difficult reports. Interfaces with various segments of the business to compile monthly re-forecasts of Fixed Departmental Expenses and Capital Expenditures. Analyzes variances and prepares monthly reporting for management. Prepares financial business cases & analyses to support capital expenditures per the capital policy to support major operational decisions. Actively participates with the Capital Team to ensure proper funding of all projects and assists with system administration duties for financial systems (Hyperion, Oracle, Datarails).
This position reports directly to the Manager Budgets and has a dotted line reporting relationship with the plant manager.
Qualified candidates send resume to jobs@bigrivers.com – include job title & number.

Deadline to apply is 03/15/26. No third parties, no phone calls accepted.

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PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR – IRC9676
Location – WILSON STATION - CENTERTOWN, KY

The candidate 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; knowledge of power generation equipment and procedures.

This position is responsible for supervising 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.

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

The deadline for applying is 03/15/26. No third parties, no phone calls accepted.

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