Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative

01/15/2026

At NIPCO, powering western Iowa is our mission — but keeping our employees safe is our number one responsibility. As part of our ongoing safety commitment, crewman Brandon recently completed the cleaning and inspection of insulated hot sticks. These tools are essential for our line crews when working on energized electric infrastructure. Regular inspections help ensure our team utilizes the safest equipment possible when performing their jobs. Because at the end of the day, nothing matters more than making sure every employee gets home safely.

01/08/2026

⚡ Now Hiring: SCADA Technician
Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is seeking a SCADA Technician to help support and maintain the systems that keep power flowing safely and reliably across our region.

Why work at NIPCO?
Enjoy competitive pay, excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement options, paid time off, and the opportunity to make a real impact serving local communities.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.nipco.coop/scada-technician
👉 Explore benefits: https://www.nipco.coop/careers

Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative is seeking a skilled individual to join our team as a SCADA Technician. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of our supervisory control and SCADA communications equipment throughout the system.

12/31/2025

As we wrap up 2025 and begin a new year, please note our office will be closed on New Year’s Day. Our office will reopen Friday, January 2nd. Have a happy and safe New Year from all of us at Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative!

12/24/2025

This Christmas, we’re grateful for our members and the communities we serve! 🎄

Our office will be closed on Christmas Day, reopening on Friday. Wishing you peace, warmth, and a Merry Christmas.

12/15/2025

This morning, NIPCO and several of our Class A Member Electric Distribution Cooperatives gathered to connect with Legislative Partners ahead of the upcoming session. We discussed our mission to deliver safe, reliable, sustainable, and cost effective electricity while supporting community and economic development throughout our region. We are grateful for these discussions and the opportunity to collaborate for the benefit of member consumers in western Iowa.

12/09/2025

ANOTHER IMPORTANT TIP: if you experience a power outage please contact your electric utility provider directly. Never go near a downed power line. Moisture and wind are a recipe for ice loading and galloping power lines. Your patience is appreciated as we look to a very active weather system to enter our region over the next several hours. Be safe out there!

Very strong winds are coming this afternoon and tonight, with gusts exceeding 60 mph in some places. Blowing snow is possible.

Please monitor road condtions at https://safetravelusa.com and the latest weather forecast at https://weather.gov/fsd before traveling across the area.

12/05/2025

During our 2025 Annual Meeting, IAEC launched a new program, called the Iowa Electric Cooperative Excellence Awards, to recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals within our industry.

Congratulations to our 2025 Employee Excellence Award recipient: Robert Wakehouse, director of operations at Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative

Harrison County REC Board Treasurer Brenda Lundergard noted in her nomination how Robert exemplifies the cooperative spirit of collaboration and service. Robert has worked at the electric co-op for more than 26 years and was recently promoted to director of operations in February of 2025.

During Robert’s first month in his new role, the co-op faced two destructive winter storms. Brenda wrote, “Under immense pressure, Robert responded with clarity, determination, and strategic foresight with his quick coordination of mutual aid assistance from partner cooperatives and a plan to restore power to our membership. …His actions have fostered trust, demonstrated the strength of mutual aid, and underscored the resilience of our rural electric systems. He leads by example, inspires loyalty among his team, and represents the absolute best of what our statewide cooperative family has to offer.”

In a letter of recommendation that accompanied Robert’s nomination, Harrison County REC CEO Shadon Blum stated, “I have witnessed firsthand the exemplary level of professionalism, leadership, and dedication that Robert brings to our cooperative and the communities we serve.” He goes on to explain, “Prior to his role as director of operations, Robert served as our subforeman and staking technician. During this time, our co-op faced the devastating loss of a valued member of our cooperative family. … Robert did not hesitate, and stepped up to lead his fellow crew members to make sure that nothing was left incomplete and the cooperative wasn’t falling short of its core mission, to provide our members with safe and reliable power.”

Photo: IAEC Board President Jim Miller (l) and IAEC Executive Vice President Leslie Kaufman (r) stand with Robert as he receives his Excellence Award.

11/27/2025

May you find gratitude in the warmth and light of those around your table. At NIPCO, we are thankful for the opportunity to power western Iowa communities. Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours.

11/11/2025

At NIPCO, we're honored to work alongside those who've served. Their dedication to our country continues to shape our workplace culture every day. This Veterans Day, we salute our veteran employees and all who have worn the uniform. Your service inspires us. Check out how

At Northwest Iowa Power Cooperative, we are proud to support our nation's veterans and their families through our Vets Power Us program. This initiative helps veterans transition to civilian life and provides them with job training and employment opportunities in the energy industry. Learn more abou...

09/27/2025

More photos from today’s Touch-a-Truck event! Thanks to all of our great partners who helped to make this possible!

09/19/2025

NIPCO was proud to partner with Basin Electric Power Cooperative and CoBank to invest in the expansion of Life Skills Training Center, Inc. Dayhabilitation Project. As an electric cooperative, we believe in the power of working together to empower communities and improve the lives of those we serve.