York Electric was founded in 1941 by a group of farmers and businessmen who realized that the only way to bring electric power to rural York County was to do it themselves. In March of 1941, 553 strong, these citizens began an endeavor that would change rural living in this area forever. On the farm, in neighborhoods and on main street in rural communities, electric power worked for the benefit of everyone in nearly every aspect of daily life. At home and at work, rural York County steadily became fully electric. York Electric’s capacity to supply dependable and affordable electric power also opened our rural areas to commerce and industry. New and diversified businesses came to the countryside, providing jobs, products and services. Since 1941, York Electric Cooperative has been an active community partner and a dynamic force in the area’s economic development. We continue to serve the homes, farms, and small businesses in our rural areas, but we now also serve a growing number of residential, commercial, and large industrial accounts in York County’s expanding population centers. The cooperative’s active accounts now total over 60,000 and electric power is delivered across 3,600+ miles of line. York Electric operates 27 substations that have been planned and placed to achieve maximum operational efficiency for current and future usage requirements.
External link for York Electric Cooperative, Inc.
1385 Alexander Love Hwy
York, South Carolina 29745, US
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We had the chance to catch up with Paul Basha, President and CEO of York Electric Cooperative, at our latest trade show to discuss how CEEUS’s commitment to its partners benefits members of York Electric Cooperative. Check it out! ⚡️🤝
#YEC's Vice President of Communications and Outreach Porter Gable, MBA, CCC joined WRHI on Palmetto Mornings today to discuss our response to this weekend's storms and the benefits of cooperative membership. Give it a watch and listen below. #LocalsLookingOutForYou #MembersMatter
Teachers! Is it time to renew CE credits? Pursuing a master’s? Want to provide students with a robust and innovative STEM education about energy? Visit www.enlightensc.org/course for more information and to register for a FREE grad course! Deadline to register is April 10, 2024 For over a decade, YEC has provided free, STEM-focused, graduate courses to SC teachers through the University of South Carolina. With the Institute on Energy, Economics and the Environment, participants will learn about electric power and examine the tensions between reliability, technology, clean energy, and affordable rates for consumers. Teachers will gain a new perspective on energy-related issues and be equipped with fun, innovative classroom activities. The course is flexible with your summer break, lasting just five weeks and consisting of in-person (June 9-14) and asynchronous sessions, field trips, and independent work. #LocalsLookingOutForYou #MembersMatter EnlightenSC
Reliable energy for communities like ours is at risk as demand for electricity exceeds supply. #Voices4Coops Don’t let our community be left in the dark. Tell your representative to support new legislation that will help protect South Carolina’s energy grid. Click here to learn more and act today. https://lnkd.in/e_UzvnTX #LocalsLookingOutForYou #MembersMatter #TogetherWeSave #TrustedEnergyAdvisor
#YEC has a job vacancy for The Vice President of Engineering! Come work for one of the best places to work in South Carolina! The Vice President of Engineering is responsible for designing and planning power and fiber optic system facilities and equipment for the Cooperative and for coordinating construction, operation, and maintenance of fiber optic facilities and electric power generating, receiving, and distribution stations, transmission lines, and distribution systems and equipment. In addition, the person in this position is responsible for directing and overseeing a variety of related functions for the Engineering Department including, GIS mapping, procurement of equipment and materials, inventory control, and management relative to all equipment, materials, and personnel utilized by the Department, etc. They will ensure that installations conform to operational standards and ensure optimum utilization of power system facilities to meet member demands for electrical energy. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering as well as eight to ten years of experience in the management and operation of power systems; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. This person must possess a Professional Engineers license in South Carolina or be in the process of obtaining this license. Professional Engineers License must be obtained within five years of hire in this job. The person in this position must also possess a valid S.C. driver’s license. Interested? Submit an online application before 5:00 PM on March 22, 2024. Apply Online & read our Statement of Non-Discrimination here: https://lnkd.in/dVEkZ-n #localslookingoutforyou #cooperativedifference #nowhiring #bestplacestowork #engineering #executive #jobs
Save the Date for EV Cars and Coffee! Join YEC for our first educational session on electric vehicles. If you have questions about electric vehicles, are curious about our programs or just want to show off your own car, join us at our first EV Cars and Coffee event. *When: Friday, March 8, 2024, from 9-11:30 am *Where: YEC's Main Office at 1385 E. Alexander Love Hwy., York, SC 29745 in our meeting room parking lot *What to expect: Enjoy a cup of coffee while you explore the options for electric vehicles. You’ll learn information about the cars and charging, as well as an overview of your co-op’s EV program. Local dealers will also be here to offer test drives and information about their cars. Let us know you're coming by registering at https://lnkd.in/ePBqKeze #LocalsLookingOutForYou #MembersMatter #EV #ElectricVehicles
Cooperative Spotlight: York Electric Cooperative, Inc. serves portions of Cherokee, Chester, Lancaster and York counties. Founded in 1941 by a group of forward-thinking farmers and businessmen, York Electric emerged from a realization that the only way to bring electric power to rural York County was to do it themselves. As rural York County embraced electricity, York Electric's role expanded beyond households and farms. The cooperative's reliable and affordable power supply attracted businesses and industries, fostering economic development. York Electric operates 27 strategically placed substations, ensuring maximum operational efficiency to meet current and future usage requirements. Their rich history and impressive growth contribute significantly to the communities they serve. Thank you to Paul Basha, the President and CEO of York Electric Cooperative, and a member of the South Carolina Power Team Board of Trustees, for his outstanding leadership and dedication towards creating a brighter South Carolina for all!
We are grateful to have Paul Basha as our President and CEO! #Leadership
Today, we continue our "Spotlight" series at Central Electric Power Cooperative. This week, we are excited to spotlight Central's Board Chairman, Paul Basha. Paul Basha began working at York Electric Cooperative, Inc. in 1989 and currently serves as the President and CEO. He is a proud graduate of Clemson University, earning a BS in Electrical Engineering. He and his wife Sarah have called York County home for 34 years, and they currently reside in Rock Hill. Paul exemplifies service and is always looking to extend a helping hand. He recently said, "What I enjoy most about working for the co-op is the chance I get to help so many people. I love being able to help empower our employees to serve our members the best way they can." His civic involvement is almost unparalleled as he has served on the American Red Cross Board, the Fort Mill Economic Development Council, the York County Regional Chamber of Commerce Board, the Meridian Cooperative Board, and the Rotary Club of York, SC, among many others.
#YEC thanks all who have put their lives on the line to protect the freedoms that we enjoy. Happy Veterans Day!
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Our LeadershipCORE class met this week and was focused on Communicating for Results. They spent the morning learning the how-to of professional communication, talked with Marc Howie of York Electric Cooperative, Inc. about thoughtful messaging, and wrapped up the day practicing those lessons as a team at Camp Canaan. Another informative and active day in the life of York County’s future leaders! Learn more about this new management training program at https://lnkd.in/dhhPshU9