Northern Wasco County People's Utility District

Celebrating Excellence: Please join us in congratulating Cody Ricks on achieving his Journeyman Lineman certification at Northern Wasco County People's Utility District! ?? The journey to becoming a Journeyman Lineman is one of the most challenging paths in the utility industry, requiring years of dedicated training, technical expertise, and unwavering commitment to safety. Cody has exemplified these qualities and more throughout his apprenticeship. His exceptional work ethic, positive attitude, and dedication to mastering the complex skills required of our lineworkers have been truly inspiring. Despite the demanding nature of the training, Cody's commitment to excellence never wavered. We're proud to welcome Cody to the ranks of our journeymen, where he'll continue serving our Columbia Gorge community and helping mentor the next generation of lineworkers. Congratulations on this significant professional milestone, Cody! #JourneymanLineman #Lineman #NorthernWascoCountyPUD

Director of Power Resources | Executive Leadership Opportunity Northern Wasco County People's Utility District - The Dalles, Oregon Northern Wasco County PUD is seeking an experienced Director of Power Resources to join our executive management team. This key leadership role will shape the future of power generation and resource management in the Columbia River Gorge region. The Role: Our Director of Power Resources will provide strategic leadership in: ? Oversight of generating facilities operations and maintenance ? Complex power analysis for budget and rate development ? Contract negotiation for electricity and transmission services ? Development of strategic partnerships with power suppliers and industrial customers ? Executive-level decision making and organizational leadership The Ideal Candidate: We're seeking a dynamic leader with demonstrated experience in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and power resource management. The successful candidate will excel at building collaborative relationships, driving continuous improvement, and fostering an environment focused on employee engagement, safety, and exceptional results. As one of Oregon's Top 100 Nonprofits, we offer more than just a career – we provide a supportive community with exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to live and work in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Our comprehensive benefits package includes industry-leading retirement plans, healthcare coverage, generous time off, and various voluntary benefit options to customize your package. Interested candidates can learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/g98NY5r8 #UtilityCareers #EnergyIndustry #Oregon #NorthernWascoCountyPUD

Northern Wasco County People's Utility District is seeking an experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our team in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge region of Oregon. Located in The Dalles, we're offering an exceptional package that includes: ? $20,000 Sign-On Bonus ? 4-Day Work Week (Monday-Thursday) ??? Amazing Pacific Northwest Lifestyle Join a community-focused utility where your skills and expertise will be valued. Interested? Check out the full job posting here: https://lnkd.in/grtrebHq #Lineman #JourneymanLineman #UtilityJobs #PowerIndustry #Oregon #Hiring #CareerOpportunity

Important regional energy leadership gathering today! Proud to share that our CEO Roger Kline presented Northern Wasco County People's Utility District's success story at a key summit hosted by EPRI, Portland General Electric, and the Bonneville Power Administration. The focus? Turning unprecedented regional energy demand growth into community prosperity through reliable, affordable clean energy. Roger Kline shared how we've quadrupled our load in the past decade while maintaining strong community benefits - a blueprint for how rural utilities can successfully navigate the digital transformation. Our approach of equitable rate structures, strategic power portfolio management, and transparent leadership resonated with industry leaders. Great to see collaboration between utilities, national labs, and regulatory agencies as we work together to power a sustainable Pacific Northwest future. Thanks to Arshad Mansoor, Maria Pope, John Hairston, and the other industry leaders for convening this important discussion. #energytransition #PNW #utilities #datacenter #communitypower #energyinnovation #NorthernWascoCountyPUD

Today, we're proud to stand with our community at the local Veterans Day parade, honoring those who have served our nation. As an organization that values service and leadership, we're especially grateful for the veterans on our own team who continue to make a difference every day. ???? #VeteransDay #CommunitySupport #Gratitude

Northern Wasco County People's Utility District’s General Manager/CEO Roger Kline has concluded his service on the Northwest RiverPartners Board of Directors. Through this partnership, we've worked to ensure affordable, reliable hydropower continues serving our customers in The Dalles and throughout Wasco County. Shoutout to our other board members who have also concluded their service, Humaira Falkenberg and Bear Prairie. We're grateful for Northwest RiverPartners' ongoing advocacy for clean, renewable energy in our region, and look forward to continuing our support of their important mission. #PublicPower #Hydropower #CleanEnergy #NorthernWascoCountyPUD

?? Northern Wasco County PUD is proud to support The Vista Star Project in The Dalles ?? We're pleased to have contributed to this new holiday community landmark by providing retired utility poles, construction equipment, and installation support. Working alongside Crestline Construction , The Fun Group, and the City of The Dalles, we helped transform recycled materials into a holiday display that will light up our community. The star's successful test run on Sunday evening showed excellent visibility across town. Starting after Thanksgiving, it will shine nightly through New Year's Eve, continuing The Dalles' cherished holiday tradition. It's rewarding to see how collaborative community projects like this can give new life to retired infrastructure while bringing joy to our neighborhoods. #CommunityPartnership #TheDalles #Oregon

?? Happy Birthday to an Outstanding Leader! Northern Wasco County People's Utility District is delighted to celebrate our Assistant General Manager, Kurt Conger, who recently marked his 65th trip around the sun! Throughout his tenure at NWCPUD, Kurt has been instrumental in keeping our operations running with remarkable precision and dedication. His wealth of experience, combined with his forward-thinking approach, continues to inspire our entire team. Kurt exemplifies the perfect blend of seasoned wisdom and innovative spirit that drives our organization forward. 65 never looked so good - and we're incredibly fortunate to have his leadership at NWCPUD. Please join me in the comments to wish Kurt a very happy birthday! #HappyBirthday #NWCPUD #NorthernWascoCountyPUD #UtilityLeadership #65YearsYoung

We are thrilled to share that Northern Wasco County People's Utility District has been recognized as a Smart Energy Provider by the American Public Power Association (APPA)! This esteemed designation underscores our commitment to energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability. It marks our continued excellence as Oregon's sole recipient in the program's six-year history. This recognition is a testament to the hard work of our dedicated team and our partnership with the community. We remain focused on providing innovative energy solutions that benefit our customer-owners and protect the environment. We’re excited to continue our journey of excellence in smart energy practices! For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/gkYN6vyb #SmartEnergy #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #NWCPUD #NorthernWascoCountyPUD #APPA #PublicPower #SmartEnergyProvider

?? Proud moment! Our Operations team successfully completed their annual pole top rescue training this week. This vital exercise ensures our lineworkers can safely rescue colleagues in emergency situations - because when seconds count, preparation matters. Our commitment to rigorous safety training isn't just a requirement - it's a cornerstone of how we protect our most valuable asset: our people. Kudos to our dedicated crews for maintaining the highest standards of safety and emergency preparedness! ?? #SafetyFirst #UtilityWorkers #Training #NorthernWascoCountyPUD