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Are you ready to electrify your career? Join Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC), or one of its affiliates, BrilliT, Vividly Brighter, or Hyperscale Energy Services, where innovation meets opportunity, and together, we power opportunities into the future.
About Our Companies
REC is a progressive, member-owned utility serving portions of 22 counties in Virginia from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the tidal waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
BrilliT is an advanced IT-solutions company, providing IT services to REC and utilities in 16 states.
Vividly Brighter provides energy services and clean energy solutions.
Hyperscale Energy Services powers large-scale data centers with energy solutions.
Apply now and be a spark in one of these dynamic teams!
Internal Controls & Audit Processes Specialist - Fredericksburg
The Internal Controls & Audit Processes Specialist is responsible for ensuring that organizational operations adhere to established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements aligned with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Internal Controls Processes. The specialist collaborates with various financial departments to promote compliance, enhance process efficiency, and support the organization's overall integrity and accountability. The specialist collaborates with external auditors and accounting firms to ensure timely and positive audit communications.
Apprentice Lineman/Lineman - Bowling Green
The Apprentice Lineman/Lineman will help in the construction and removal of overhead and underground electrical lines, and fiber utility lines. Also, assist in maintaining both the electrical utility and fiber utility system, which includes restoration of power outages.
Financial Analyst - Fredericksburg
The Financial Analyst is responsible for supporting the department’s financial operations by analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and ensuring the accuracy of financial information. This position plays a key role in identifying trends, providing actionable insights, and leading budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement. The Financial Analyst collaborates closely with leadership to facilitate informed decision-making and maintain compliance with relevant regulations and internal policies.
Grid Modernization Engineer
We are seeking an innovative, systems-minded Grid Modernization Engineer to help shape the future of the electric grid. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing REC’s modernization strategy — integrating battery storage, distributed generation, DERMS, smart grid devices, energy efficiency, electric transportation, and behind-the-meter technologies to enable a cleaner, more intelligent, and more resilient energy network.
The ideal candidate is a professional engineer (P.E.) or equivalent with a passion for reimagining how electricity is generated, stored, and consumed. You’ll lead initiatives that fuse engineering excellence with emerging technology, driving real-world projects that redefine how our members interact with the energy system.
Relay Engineer/Technician III/IV
This role is responsible for the programming, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and installation of protection control devices within the REC territory. This includes the Cooperative’s transmission, substation, and distribution assets. This work requires an understanding of power systems, transformers, protective relaying, and electrical engineering principles.
The role will be filled at the appropriate level— III, or IV—based on the candidate’s education and relevant experience.
Interested in a career at REC?
Our employees are the most energized and brightest in the industry. With a focus on outstanding service and innovation, REC is an industry leader. Come join our team and help us build a brighter future.
On this page find information about and apply for current job openings, learn about the different careers at the co-op, and the benefits offered. We look forward to connecting with you!
#WeAreREC
Veterans & Military
Veterans & Military
From the front lines to power lines, REC is proud to hire veterans from all branches of the military. Veterans are a great fit for co-ops and co-ops are a great fit for veterans.
Co-op Model
Co-op Model
We are more than an electric utility, we are a not-for-profit cooperative. Our interests and business decisions are driven by our member-owners.
Benefits
Benefits
At REC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, as well as competitive pay & incentives, training & development opportunities, and a satisfying work environment.
Professional Development
Professional Development
Professional development refers to all training, certification, and education of an individual.
At Rappahannock Electric Cooperative we are more than just an electric company. We're your neighbors, friends and family. We're dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric service. We're connected to the communities we serve. We're concerned about the environment. We're your energy experts. We're here for you when you need us. We're your electric cooperative. We Are REC.
REC is one of the state's largest distribution electric cooperatives. A professional management team and staff operate the Cooperative, and a Board of Directors elected by the members governs the organization.
CARING
CARING
Showing compassion and concern for our members and the communities we serve.
INTEGRITY
INTEGRITY
Being honest, responsible and ethical in all that we do, making sure our actions always match our words.
RESPECT
RESPECT
Honoring each person as an individual, and recognizing our responsibility to be mindful of the impact our actions will have today—and tomorrow.
SERVICE
SERVICE
Providing reliable electricity and quality products.
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