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Electric Line Worker II - Newberry
Electric Line Worker II - Newberry

The City of Newberry: Who are We? A top-rated, rapidly growing community with a small-town feel Located in the spectacular region of freshwater springs and rivers A short drive from the theme park capital of the world (Orlando) and the world-class, sandy beaches of the Gulf and Atlantic... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted09/13/2024


JEA Names Diane F. Moser Chief HR Officer; Ricky Erixton Promoted to Deputy COO
JEA Names Diane F. Moser Chief HR Officer; Ricky Erixton Promoted to Deputy COO

JEA has hired longtime City of Jacksonville HR leader Diane F. Moser to be its chief human resources officer. She will be responsible for the development and implementation of organizational redesign efforts, talent acquisition, succession planning, compensation plans, and team member engagement... Continue Reading

Date posted09/13/2024


FPL Irma Dispute Goes to Supreme Court
FPL Irma Dispute Goes to Supreme Court

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. Attorneys for Florida Power & Light customers Friday went to the state Supreme Court in a long-running lawsuit that alleges the utility did not meet obligations to help prevent power outages during 2017’s Hurricane... Continue Reading

Date posted09/13/2024


Manager of Power Production - KUA
Manager of Power Production - KUA

General Definition of Work Senior management position that reports to the Vice President of Power Supply. Responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Authority’s electric generation plants. Provides a wide range of support functions to the Vice President... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted09/12/2024


STATEMENT BY: Amy Zubaly, FMEA Exec. Director, Regarding Mutual Aid for Hurricane Francine Update
STATEMENT BY: Amy Zubaly, FMEA Exec. Director, Regarding Mutual Aid for Hurricane Francine Update

“The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) has assembled public power crews from across the state to aid with power restoration efforts following impacts from Hurricane Francine, which is anticipated to make landfall later today. Nearly 80 public power personnel from seven Florida... Continue Reading

Postedby Amy Zubaly
Date posted09/11/2024


Manager of Key Accounts - OUC
Manager of Key Accounts - OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Manager of Key Accounts to join the Customer Experience & Sales division. At OUC, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. We are looking for visionary leaders who recognize the value of... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted09/11/2024


Florida Utility Crews Aid Louisiana
Florida Utility Crews Aid Louisiana

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. Dozens of crew members from Florida municipal utilities went to Louisiana to help restore power after Hurricane Francine, which made landfall Wednesday as a Category 2 storm, according to the Florida Municipal Electric... Continue Reading

Date posted09/11/2024


STATEMENT BY: Amy Zubaly, FMEA Executive Director, Regarding Mutual Aid for Hurricane Francine
STATEMENT BY: Amy Zubaly, FMEA Executive Director, Regarding Mutual Aid for Hurricane Francine

“Florida public power electric utilities are proud to answer the call to provide mutual aid to neighboring public power communities in times of need, especially when facing the impending arrival of storms such as Hurricane Francine. Crews from the City of Tallahassee Electric Utility and... Continue Reading

Postedby Amy Zubaly
Date posted09/10/2024


State Looks at More Nuclear Power
State Looks at More Nuclear Power

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. It would take years, possibly decades. But Florida is looking at the possibility of adding nuclear power. After state lawmakers this year required a study on the feasibility of expanding the use of nuclear energy, Florida Public... Continue Reading

Date posted09/5/2024


Supreme Court Sets FPL Rate Arguments
Supreme Court Sets FPL Rate Arguments

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. The state Supreme Court will hear arguments Oct. 8 in a long-running fight about a 2021 settlement that increased Florida Power & Light’s base electric rates. The court on Thursday issued an order scheduling a hearing in... Continue Reading

Date posted09/5/2024


La Rosa, 2 Others Eyed for PSC Seat
La Rosa, 2 Others Eyed for PSC Seat

Article reposted with permission from The News Service of Florida. Florida Public Service Commission Chairman Mike La Rosa’s bid for reappointment to the utility-regulatory commission took a step forward Wednesday, as he was one of three finalists whose names were sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis.... Continue Reading

Date posted09/4/2024


General Manager/CEO - NSBU
General Manager/CEO - NSBU

The Position The New Smyrna Beach Utilities (NSBU) General Manager/CEO is the organization’s highest-ranking professional who reports to the NSBU Commission and is responsible for interpreting and carrying out the Commission’s objectives. This role serves as both an advisor and policy... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted09/3/2024