Career Opportunities

Glades Electric Cooperative offers a variety of technical and professional careers. We think of these openings as lifelong career opportunities rather than “just a job”. As an electric cooperative, we share a deep commitment to the communities we serve and to each and every employee on our team. Learn more about the opportunities at Glades Electric in our Co-op Careers Flyer (PDF).

Enjoy a 4-day work week at GEC
(Monday – Thursday, 10 hours/day)

GEC is a drug-free workplace with random drug testing.

Employment Opportunities

Groundman – Lake Placid (Job Description) Full-time position

  • Please see the job description for more information. Instructions to apply are found below.

Member Service Representative – Moore Haven (Job Description)Full-time position. Monday – Thursday, 10 hours/day. (Opening shift starts at 6:45 a.m.; Closing shift ends at 6:15 p.m.) $18/hour minimum pay.

  • We are growing and are seeking a candidate with strong computer skills to learn new software, a friendly attitude and outstanding attention to detail to provide exceptional member service, and good critical thinking skills to handle a variety of complex processes.
  • For a complete list of qualifications and duties, see the job description.
  • To apply, see details below.
  • Application tips: Attention to detail on each application is considered a reflection of the quality of work you would do at Glades Electric. Spelling, capitalization, and punctuation are all important skills in communicating with members.

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Glades Electric Cooperative offers outstanding health, retirement, and PTO benefits. GEC is a drug-free workplace.

Employment Application

To apply for employment with Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc., download and print the Application for Employment (PDF), complete all 3 pages, and submit to us along with your résumé and cover letter using one of the following methods:

  • Email (Preferred): HR@gladeselectric.com
  • Mail to: Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc. c/o Employee Services, P.O. Box 519, Moore Haven, FL 33471
  • In person at a local office in Lake Placid or Moore Haven
  • Fax to: 863-946-6266

Employee Applications may also be obtained at any GEC Office. GEC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
Statement of Non-discrimination and Affirmative Action

About Us

Glades Electric Cooperative, Inc. serves over 18,000 meters in Highlands, Okeechobee, Glades, and Hendry counties in South Central Florida.

Located in Florida’s Heartland, our area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities on a multitude of lakes, creeks, and public lands. Our service territory borders Lake Okeechobee, which is famous for its large mouth bass fishing, duck hunting, and outdoor recreation. The metropolitan areas of Orlando, Tampa, Ft. Myers, Sarasota, and West Palm Beach are within a two-hour drive for easy day trips to beaches and countless attractions.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please call us at 863-946-6200, or use our contact form.