Industry Detail

Utilities

Industries in the Utilities subsector provide electric power, natural gas, steam supply, water supply, and sewage removal through a permanent infrastructure of lines, mains, and pipes. Establishments are grouped together based on the utility service provided and the particular system or facilities required to perform the service.

Regional Employers

OTTER TAIL POWER CO	BEMIDJI
WILD RICE ELECTRIC CO-OP INC	MAHNOMEN
BELTRAMI ELECTRIC CO-OP INC	BEMIDJI
CLEARWATER-POLK ELECTRIC COOP	BAGLEY
NORTH STAR ELECTRIC CO	BLACKDUCK

Occupations in Demand

Occupational Title	Wage	Education and Training Requirements
Customer Service Representatives	$ 30,910.78	Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months)
Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers	$ 47,653.69	Long-term on-the-job training (more than 12 months)
First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers	$ 50,104.22	Work experience (in related occupation)