Careers

Thank you for your interest in employment with Homer Electric Association, Inc. (HEA). HEA is an electric generation, transmission, and distribution cooperative serving the Kenai Peninsula.

HEA conducts background screens and post-offer physicals/drug & alcohol screening prior to hire. It is the policy of Homer Electric Association, Inc. to accept applications only through our electronic portal unless an accommodation is arranged. Please contact Human Resources if an accommodation is needed to apply for a position.

HEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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HEA at a Glance

We are a distribution cooperative with power generation facilities that include a combustion turbine, a combined cycle unit, and a hydroelectric plant.

Employee Benefits & Work Environment

HEA provides employees with a great work environment, competitive pay, and excellent benefits.

Professional Work Environment

HEA offers a dynamic work environment that provides excitement, variety and satisfaction. Join our team and work alongside other highly qualified professionals.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

HEA offers a competitive wage with a comprehensive and robust benefit package. Our Union employees’ compensation and terms of employment are negotiated with Local 1547 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and set out in our Collective Bargaining Agreement. For non-union employees, wage ranges are adjusted annually to reflect the current market in the electric industry, and merit increases are based on performance.

Healthy Work/Life Balance

HEA can provide a healthy work/life balance that allows you to enjoy your family and our amazing communities.

Safety

HEA is committed to maintaining a safe workplace.

Cooperative Spirit

At HEA you work for your community every day as you serve our membership.

The Electric Cooperative Story

Life on the Kenai Peninsula

The Kenai Peninsula offers spectacular scenic beauty and is a paradise for sportsmen and nature lovers, with numerous opportunities for fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and other recreational activities. Additionally, the Kenai Peninsula is a great community to live in, boasting excellent schools, local amenities, a diverse economy, and medical facilities.

Kenai Peninsula Borough

Kenai Peninsula Borough logoThe Kenai Peninsula Borough is one of the most economically and geographically diverse regions in Alaska. Covering more than 24,752 square miles, residents enjoy a high quality of life with abundant recreational resources, state-of-the-art medical facilities, affordable housing, short commute times, and strong community ties.

Kenai Peninsula Borough Webpage

Homer, AK

City of Homer Alaska logoKachemak Bay and the waters of southwestern Alaska shape our picturesque coastal town and anchor Homer’s economy. Its coastal location, relatively mild climate, and quality amenities make Homer a popular tourist destination and attractive to new residents.

City of Homer Webpage

Kenai, AK

Kenai logoThe City of Kenai is a thriving coastal community situated at the mouth of the world famous Kenai River. When Kenai was established in 1791, the Dena’ina Athabascan Indian Village was already a thriving community located on the bluff overlooking Cook Inlet. Kenai is known for its exceptional fishing, wildlife, and abundant natural resources and is easily accessible by highway (150 miles south of Anchorage), a flight into the Kenai Municipal Airport, or via the commercial and public dock.

City of Kenai Webpage

Soldotna, AK

Soldotna logoSoldotna is centrally located on the Kenai Peninsula, at the crossroads of the region’s major highways and along the banks of the world-famous Kenai River.  The City is home to several of the borough’s largest employers, with significant economic activity in the health care, education, retail, entertainment, and tourism sectors.  Soldotna is located within close proximity to two-thirds of the Borough population, and has become a center for commercial and recreational opportunities.

City of Soldotna Webpage