Staking Technician

Beltrami Electric Cooperative is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Staking Technician. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with strong communication and organizational skills to support our members in obtaining safe, reliable, efficient and cost-effective electric service.

The position is responsible for staking the construction, relocation, retirement and maintenance of work plan projects, road jobs (state, county, township and private) new services, service improvements, meter moves, AMI communication devices, sectionalizing devices and regulator installations, single and three-phase distribution lines and facilities. Candidates should have at least two years’ related experience and/or training. 

Beltrami Electric Cooperative offers an excellent pay and benefits package and the opportunity to be a part of a great cooperative team and culture.  The starting hourly range for this position is $38.72/hr - $51.62/hr.  The final compensation offered will be based on the candidates’ qualifications, experience and skill level. Beltrami Electric Cooperative’s benefit package includes paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid vacation, medical, dental, disability, life, FSA, HSA, 401K and a defined benefit pension plan.

To be considered for this position, the applicant must submit a cover letter and resume along with an application. For a job description and application, please visit www.beltramielectric.com/employment-opportunities. Applications can be dropped off or mailed to Beltrami Electric Cooperative, Attention Human Resources, PO Box 488. Bemidji MN 56619 or emailed to HR@beltramielectric.com. Applications will be accepted through June 22, 2026. 

Physical demands and drug tests will be processed upon offer of employment.

Beltrami Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity provider and employer M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Beltrami Electric Cooperative, Inc. provides power to 23,000 consumers within a 3,000 square mile service area located in the beautiful lakes’ region of north-central Minnesota.  Bemidji has long-earned raves as a four-season destination for world-class hunting, fishing, bicycling, boating and snow sports amid the beauty of the north woods.  This First City on the Mississippi is also a wonderful place to call home. Surrounded by pristine lakes and deep forests, Bemidji is a friendly, family community with top-tier higher education, outstanding K-12 schools, a major health care center, and more.