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Harrisonburg Electric Commission

Company Overview

About Harrisonburg and The Harrisonburg Electric Commission (HEC):

Harrisonburg is located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. We are situated between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountain ranges, with the Massanutten Range in sight as well. Located within 30 minutes of the South Fork of the Shenandoah River and even closer to the George Washington National Forest, this area has an abundance of outdoor recreation available to its residents. Both Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA are a 2 hour drive away. Additionally, we are the home of the James Madison University Dukes, whose aggregate facilities make them our single largest customer. We also serve a host of larger industrial customers in addition to our solid base of commercial, retail and housing markets. HEC serves approximately 22,000 customers within the 17 sq. mile city limits and has a winter peak load of 150 MVA, operates and maintains 10 distribution substations, a 23 kV distribution system, 69 kV transmission system and 30 MW of peaking generation. The Harrisonburg Electric Commission is governed by a 5 member Board of Commissioners, and managed under the direction of a General Manager. HEC prepares and operates its own budget and does not fall underneath the City Council umbrella.

Benefits

HEC provides excellent health insurance and a comprehensive benefit package including the Virginia Retirement System (VRS).

For Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, HEC pays 100% of the cost for employee only coverage.

Relocation Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Positions Available
  • 2 days ago

    Electric Distribution Engineer

    Harrisonburg Electric Commission - Harrisonburg, VA, United States

    The Harrisonburg Electric Commission is seeking to fill the position of Distribution Engineer. Responsibilities include: Engineering of distribution system improvements and maintenance System planning and project management in the areas of substation and transmission line construction Work directly with developers and industrial accounts to ensure adequate and reliable power availability Responsible for distribution engineering activities, overhead and underground, relating to residential, ...

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