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Are you ready to electrify your career? Join us at Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC), where innovation meets opportunity, and together, we power opportunities into the future.
REC is a progressive member owned utility with a service area that spreads from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the tidal waters of the Chesapeake Bay. REC serves over 180,000 connections in portions of 22 Virginia Counties.
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Director - Brand Content - Fredericksburg
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is seeking a Director - Brand Content who will lead the implementation of REC’s strategic communications initiatives to ensure consistent, effective, and engaging messaging across all platforms, events, and activities.
This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Communications & Public Relations department, overseeing internal and external communications, public relations activities and ensuring all messaging aligns with REC’s brand values and goals. The Director supervises a team of communications and public relations professionals, drives community engagement efforts, and collaborates closely with the Managing Director to ensure seamless execution of REC’s communications strategies.
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Chief Grid Engineering Officer (CGEO) - Fredericksburg
The Chief Grid Engineering Officer (CGEO) will lead and manage the Engineering and Operational & Support Services functions at REC, with a focus on the continued expansion and modernization of our grid infrastructure and power supply. The Chief Grid Engineering Officer will provide strategic oversight of the engineering, substation, apparatus, Fredericksburg Operations Center, Operational Support Services, and SCADA/Load Management departments to ensure the initiatives of each align with REC’s goals to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to our members. This role will be key in driving innovation, promoting operational efficiency, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our electric systems.
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Apprentice Substation/Substation Technician - Fredericksburg
The Apprentice Substation Technician/Substation Technician will inspect, operate, maintain, and construct the electrical substations of the Cooperative to provide adequate and continuous service at the lowest possible cost to the members of the Cooperative in a safe and efficient manner.
Senior Director - Hyperscale Data Center Electric Infrastructure Design and Construction - Fredericksburg
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) seeks a Senior Director for Hyperscale Data Center Electric Infrastructure Design and Construction. This role will lead the data center team in overseeing substation and metering design and construction while managing multiple data center projects from concept to commissioning.
This role involves ensuring compliance with industry/corporate standards, overseeing budgets and schedules, coordinating with data center clients and third-party engineering firms, and integrating these projects at go-live into the company's broader energy infrastructure. You’ll also mentor other engineering professionals and provide technical guidance and direction to support functional collaboration and overall project success.
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Director - Finance
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is seeking a Director of Finance to participate in and be a part of the operational management team where the cooperative challenges are recognized, discussed, and solved. In addition, this individual will focus on the cooperative’s overall goals and objectives, taking into consideration the changes in business climate and the industry.
This individual will own, review, and implement where necessary the processes and policies for the department to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence. This individual will provide oversight and feedback to the following functions: finance, accounting, internal controls, budgeting, reporting, treasury, audit, tax, and analysis.
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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.
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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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