Lansing Board of Water & Light

The Lansing Board of Water & Light is a municipally-owned public utility serving the greater Lansing area of Michigan. Founded in 1885, it supplies electricity to roughly 100,000 customers and water to about 58,000. The organisation operates without stock, dividends or profit motives, reinvesting its resources into utility infrastructure.

Work at the utility spans electric and water operations, the maintenance and improvement of utility infrastructure, and safety and certification training. Technical staff are supported by robust training programmes, including apprenticeship opportunities, safety certifications and industry-specific seminars, with an emphasis on continuous improvement and professional development. A culture of safety underpins operations across the organisation.

Employees are offered competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare benefits, retirement planning options and generous paid time off, alongside a stated emphasis on work-life balance. The utility is also active in the Lansing community through local initiatives, sponsorship of community events and contributions to economic development in the area.