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Florida Public Power Utilities Earn National Award for Reliable Electric Operations
Florida Public Power Utilities Earn National Award for Reliable Electric Operations

Three Florida municipal electric utilities have earned designation as a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3)® from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for providing reliable and safe electric service. Earning the designation this year is the City of Bartow, and earning re-designation... Continue Reading

Date posted04/9/2025


KUA to Stage Mock Disaster Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season
KUA to Stage Mock Disaster Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

Kissimmee Utility Authority staff members will take part in a mock disaster drill on Thursday, April 10 to test the readiness of the utility for this year’s hurricane season. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1 and ends November 30. The four-hour drill will involve a wide range of... Continue Reading

Date posted04/9/2025


Electric Line Worker Apprentice - City of Newberry
Electric Line Worker Apprentice - City of Newberry

Description This is semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems. The employee is responsible for the performance of semi-skilled tasks in accordance with standard trade practices in distribution... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted04/7/2025


Florida Public Power Utilities Take Top Honors at National Lineworkers Rodeo
Florida Public Power Utilities Take Top Honors at National Lineworkers Rodeo

The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) today recognized the exemplary performance of Florida public power utilities and their lineworkers at the American Public Power Association’s 2025 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo, which was held in California this past weekend. Competitors... Continue Reading

Date posted04/2/2025


FMEA Associate Member of the Month, April: Burns & McDonnell
FMEA Associate Member of the Month, April: Burns & McDonnell

FMEA’s Associate Member of the Month for April is Burns & McDonnell. Burns & McDonnell is a family of companies bringing together an unmatched team of 14,500 engineers, construction and craft professionals, architects, and more to design and build critical infrastructure. With an... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted04/1/2025


OUC Recognized as a ‘2024 Customer Champion' in Annual Study
OUC Recognized as a ‘2024 Customer Champion' in Annual Study

The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) has been recognized as a '2024 Customer Champion' among U.S. energy providers, reaffirming its reputation as an industry leader. Conducted by Escalent, a leading advisory firm specializing in human behavior and data analytics, the Cogent Syndicated 2024... Continue Reading

Date posted03/28/2025


NERC CIP Analyst - OUC
NERC CIP Analyst - OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a NERC CIP Analyst to join the Legislative, Reg & Compliance division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are seeking a detail-oriented,... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted03/27/2025


Supervisor, Information Governance -- OUC
Supervisor, Information Governance -- OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Supervisor, Information Governance to join the Office of General Counsel division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are looking for a... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted03/27/2025


Manager of Insurance & Claims - OUC
Manager of Insurance & Claims - OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Manager of Insurance & Claims to join the Risk Management department within the Office of General Counsel division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted03/27/2025


Right-of-Way Agent - OUC
Right-of-Way Agent - OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Right-of-Way Agent to join the Office of General Counsel division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are looking for a detail-oriented,... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted03/27/2025


Buyer - OUC
Buyer - OUC

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Buyer to join the Financial & Support Services division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are looking for a proactive, analytical strategic... Continue Reading

Postedby Joanna White
Date posted03/27/2025


JEA Board Approves Rate Adjustments
JEA Board Approves Rate Adjustments

The JEA board of directors on Tuesday approved incremental adjustments to electric, water and sewer rates. The rate changes will allow JEA to continue investing in sustainability, new technologies and infrastructure while keeping rates among the lowest in the state. JEA also is making significant... Continue Reading

Date posted03/25/2025