Who We Are
Cloverland Electric Cooperative is among the 900+ electric cooperatives nationwide and one of nine within Michigan. Distinguished by our dual focus on distribution and generation, we maintain competitive rates to benefit our 34,000 residential, agricultural, and commercial members across the Eastern Upper Peninsula.
With a dedicated workforce of about 130 employees stationed in Newberry, Manistique, DeTour, St. Ignace, Mackinac Island, Dafter, and Sault Ste. Marie, we ensure a safe and reliable power supply for our membership.
About 130
Employees
8
Division/office locations
1 of 9
Electric cooperatives in Michigan
Cloverland Benefits
Healthcare:
Two medical plans to choose from with low-cost sharing premiums for medical, dental and vision. Employees already covered by another medical plan are eligible to receive a cash payout, monthly, in lieu of benefits.
Retirement:
Traditional 401(k) Defined Contribution plan with employer match and contribution with Roth options. In addition, Cloverland provides a Defined Benefit/Pension Plan with eligibility after one year of employment.
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Long Term Disability
Supplemental Insurances
Paid time off –
vacation and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement
Employee appreciation events
Company logo gear
Remote work opportunities
(eligibility varies by position)
Career Areas
The engineering department maintains and advances our cooperative’s infrastructure, ensuring efficient, reliable, and safe power delivery through skilled system engineers and technicians.
The operations team at Cloverland ensures reliable power daily, maintaining 4,000 miles of utility lines and managing vegetation, fleet, and repairs across five counties in the Eastern Upper Peninsula.
The generation team ensures reliable, sustainable power by operating our hydroelectric and diesel plants, generating 30% of our energy with skilled precision and care.
The human resources department supports our employees by recruiting top talent, managing benefits, fostering inclusion, ensuring compliance, and offering career development opportunities.
The safety department ensures health and well-being by overseeing safety protocols, training, inspections, and fostering a safety-focused culture across all operations.
The communications team manages internal and external messaging, media relations, and outreach to keep employees engaged, inform member-owners, and strengthen trust with all stakeholders.
The member services team enhances member experience by providing exceptional support, managing billing, accounts, outages, and helping members make informed energy decisions.
The IT team ensures reliable, secure technology infrastructure, maintaining cybersecurity and optimizing digital tools to support smooth operations and exceptional service delivery.
The finance and accounting team ensures the cooperative’s financial health by managing resources, providing insights for informed decisions, and supporting long-term goals.
Recruitment Process
Step
1
Review
Each candidate’s application is carefully reviewed by the hiring manager and interview panel.
Step
2
Interview
We conduct interviews which help to ensure there is a mutual understanding of the position, our team, and our culture. Field exercises may be conducted as part of the interview process.
Step
3
Assessment
Finalists undergo a pre-employment aptitude assessment, a background check, degree, and credentials verification.
Step
4
Offer
An offer is extended to the candidate.
Step
5
Post-offer Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Testing
Upon acceptance and prior to starting each candidate will receive an occupational health physical and drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon the results of the physical and drug screen.
Step
6
Welcome to the Team!
Congratulations on securing your new position! The onboarding process commences, aiming to provide the best possible start to your journey and ensuring you feel welcome from day one.
Application Process
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Cloverland Electric Cooperative.
Please follow these steps carefully to help us meet our mutual employment objectives.
1. Apply for Posted Positions:
Cloverland Electric Cooperative only accepts applications for posted job openings. Cloverland does not accept or retain unsolicited applications or resumes. Additionally, Cloverland is not responsible for any fees related to resumes submitted through third-party agencies.
2. Choose a Position:
Select a job title from the current listings below. Your application will be considered only for the position you apply for, so we encourage you to apply for each position that interests you.
3. Submit Initial Documents:
After selecting a position, you will have the opportunity to upload your resume, cover letter, and any other supporting documentation you feel will help the interview panel assess your qualifications.
4. Complete Job Questions:
You will also be asked a series of job questions that may be related to your work experience, educational background, or skill set.
5. Invitation to Complete Full Application:
If your resume and responses meet our criteria, Human Resources may invite you to complete a full employment application.
6. Final Application Steps:
- Respond to every question on the application.
- Fully complete the work history and education section of the application (note: “see resume” is not acceptable).
- Click the “Submit Application” button to finalize your application.
Note: Application(s) not completed in its entirety may be disqualified as this is part of our selection process. Any information provided that is found to be false, incomplete, or misrepresented in any respect will be sufficient cause to cancel further consideration of this application.
All applications and support materials must be received by the closing date of the position to be considered.
If you are interested in applying for employment with us and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources Department at benefits@cloverland.com.
Legal Employment Notices
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Cloverland Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer. The Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with federal, state and local law, including a prohibition against discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, height, weight, income derived from a public assistance program, or prior civil rights activity. This policy includes a prohibition against harassment based on those protected characteristics.
Statement of Non-Discrimination
The Cooperative is the recipient of Federal financial assistance from the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The USDA prohibits discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. For directions on how to and where to file a complaint of discrimination with the USDA, refer to the USDA website.
Current Job Openings