What Our
Employees Say
Want to know what it’s like to work for an electric cooperative? See what our employees have to say! You can also learn more about East River and connect with our workforce through our cooperative’s LinkedIn page.
There are jobs—and then there are careers.

Casey Sichmeller
Project Coordinator
“I enjoy being part of a very knowledgeable team that shares ideas from current and past experiences to help solve the new challenges that we face daily in this evolving industry. Whether you’re an employee with East River or with another cooperative, we’re all one big family. Together, we’re all working toward a common goal which is to provide affordable and reliable electricity to those we serve now and in the years to come.”

Melissa Daughtrey
SCADA Systems Analyst
“East River is a great employer. They give back to our local community, encourage professional growth within the organization and provide their employees with excellent benefit packages. I’m fortunate to be part of an organization that takes care of their employees, members and community. ”

Stephen Haider
RTU/Meter Foreman
“The benefits package offered by East River is a large part of why I decided to work here. With the retirement plans they offer, I know that I will be financially secure when I retire and that’s the most important benefit for me.”