As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network.
Why you should join our team
At VELCO, our small and dynamic workforce means most employees take on diverse responsibilities—and as an Application Developer, you’ll have the opportunity to do the same. In addition to managing multiple projects, you’ll take on the role of a system administrator, ensuring systems run smoothly, and providing quality, timely technical support to both internal and external users.
As a member of the Enterprise Systems team, you’ll have the chance to work on a diverse range of projects across the company, gaining exposure to different areas of the business while enhancing your skills through cross-training with teammates. Beyond professional growth, your work will have a meaningful impact by delivering services and applications to support the state’s distribution utilities, ultimately benefiting Vermont’s ratepayers and contributing to the community.
How you will make an impact
VELCO is transforming how technology is utilized in the electric utility industry. It is also redefining the role of data to drive innovation and efficiency.
The Application Developer will be responsible for enterprise applications, data management, and integration in an industry undergoing rapid data transformation. You’ll support a variety of application platforms, including desktop, mobile, data visualization, and dashboards. Working in collaboration with the IT team and business stakeholders, this role is responsible for the design, implementation, and administration of the enterprise application environment adhering to compliance and security requirements.
o Develop and Maintain Web and Mobile and Applications: Assist in coding, debugging, and maintaining applications under supervision to meet project requirements and deadlines.
o Support Data Integration: Execute basic data integration tasks, ensuring accuracy and consistency across systems.
o Troubleshooting and Support: Resolve user-reported issues and perform basic troubleshooting to minimize system downtime.
o Team Collaboration: Work closely with team members to contribute to project success and gain technical proficiency through mentorship.
o Continuous Learning: Engage in ongoing professional development to build skills in application development and data integration tools.
Who you are
The Application Developer position offers a clear path for advancement, with multiple levels leading up to the senior level.
We’re looking for a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Systems Engineering and 0-5 years’ related experience. The position requires adaptability, teamwork, organization, basic troubleshooting skills, a commitment to customer service, and a willingness to learn and grow under mentorship.
Important Considerations
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to respond to off-duty calls, particularly in the event of system emergencies, prolonged equipment and/or customer outages.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• VELCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
• Starting pay will be determined at the time of offer based on the experience, education, and training of the successful candidate.
• Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
VELCO is handling all aspects of talent acquisition internally and will not engage the services of third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters. We kindly request that these entities refrain from contacting us.
• Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful reference checks, background check and social media search, physical examination, drug screening.
• VELCO's headquarters are located in Rutland, Vermont. This is a hybrid position and the expectation is that the incumbent will spend at least two days per week onsite and more as needed.
• If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process please send a request to careers@velco
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What We Do
VELCO is Vermont’s statewide electric transmission provider whose sights are set on creating a sustainable Vermont through our people, assets, relationships and operating model. Formed in 1956 when local Vermont utilities established the nation’s first “transmission only” company to access clean hydro power from New York, VELCO remains unique in two important ways:
1. Our ownership comprises the state’s 17 distribution utilities and a public
benefits corporation; and,
2. our for-profit status is structured to return cooperative-like value to our
owners, their customers, and every Vermonter.
VELCO’s system now includes: 740 miles of transmission lines; 55 substations, switching stations and terminal facilities; 13,000 acres of rights-of-way; a statewide emergency service radio system; and, a 1,600-mile fiber optic network that monitors and controls the electric system and helps to deliver broadband services to Vermonters.
Headquartered in Rutland, Vermont, VELCO employees strive to give Vermont’s utilities and their customers a reliable high-voltage grid, a strong unified voice on regional energy issues, and continued access to safe, reliable, cost-effective electricity.
