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The City of Russell is hiring an Electric Apprentice Lineman. This position offers intensive training, hands-on skilled work, and a clear career path in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.

 

KMEA is pleased to welcome three new additions to our Mid‑States team: Terry Hamel, Justin Bartholomew, and Briston Cross

Terry Hamel, Field Services Foreman

Terry is from Osborne and has worked in the power industry since 2007. He joins KMEA as Field Services Foreman. He decided to move from a corporate setting into a role focused on supporting communities across Kansas.

Before KMEA, Terry worked at Sunbelt Solomon for 19 years as an engineering supervisor. His work included designing and building controls, supporting customers with transformer specifications, and providing on-site support. Prior to that, he spent 17 years at Schwan’s Food Manufacturing as an electronics systems supervisor, where he managed a team and worked on large projects.

Outside of work, Terry enjoys reading, learning new skills, and spending time outdoors with his family.

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Justin Bartholomew, Field Services Technician

Justin is from Salina. He joins KMEA as a Field Services Technician.

Justin became interested in the field at a young age after watching crews restore power during outages. That interest led him to pursue a role with KMEA.

At KMEA, Justin works in the shop helping turn raw steel into finished parts that are used in projects across member cities. He is looking forward to learning more about the energy field and supporting communities across Kansas.

Outside of work, Justin enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He also values time with family and helping others.

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  Briston Cross, Field Services Technician

Briston is from Ava, Missouri, and joins KMEA as a Field Services Technician.

He comes from Sunbelt Solomon, where he spent 10 years working on the road, including five years as a foreman. He worked as a field decommission specialist and traveled to 30 states decommissioning transformers and substations.

Before that, Briston worked as a ranch hand, doing welding and hauling rodeo bulls for operations across the western United States.

At KMEA, Briston is looking forward to expanding his knowledge of substation and electrical work.

Outside of work, he enjoys the outdoors, shooting/gunsmithing, and traveling.

Please join us in welcoming Terry, Justin, and Briston to KMEA.

 

On April 13^th an EF2 tornado struck and caused significant damage within the City of Ottawa.  KMEA staff came together looking for means of providing support to local families in the community.  A staff food drive was organized to be donated to the Hope House in Ottawa.

A total of 253 pounds of food items, along with personal care and cleaning supplies, were delivered to the Hope House helping to meet immediate needs as the community continues to recover.

Hope House is a vital resource for the citizens of Ottawa serving the community every day.  We are grateful and thankful to the KMEA staff for their generosity and stepping up in time of need for one of our member cities.

KMGA is hiring for the position of Manager of Natural Gas Operations, a role responsible for managing natural gas supply to maximize economic benefits for member cities, including monitoring supply, storage, pipeline imbalances, and daily measurement data, and scheduling nominations in accordance with pipeline requirements. The position involves maintaining strong working relationships with member cities through data compilation, regulatory reporting assistance, and presentations to staff and governing bodies, as well as understanding pipeline tariffs and their impacts. Responsibilities also include assisting with gas and pipeline contract administration, supporting electric operations and settlements (including Southwest Power Pool submissions), and managing agency documents and files. The role requires collaboration as an effective team member and carries no supervisory responsibilities. Qualified candidates will have a relevant four-year degree or significant industry experience, strong problem‑solving and organizational skills, comfort working with third parties, proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry software, and extensive knowledge of natural gas supply and scheduling. All employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, excellent customer service, effective communication, confidentiality, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and contribute to the agency’s mission

Click HERE for more details and to apply.