Vermont Electric Power Company (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. 

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VELCO's headquarters in Rutland, VT, United States

This department is responsible for overseeing and managing technology projects and IT infrastructure within the organization.

Information Technology

The Engineering Team at VELCO is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure that supports Vermont's high-voltage electric grid. This includes managing 740 miles of transmission lines, 55 substations, a statewide emergency radio system, and a 1,600-mile fiber optic network. The team ensures the reliability, security, and efficiency of the grid, incorporating expertise in network telecommunications, cybersecurity, SCADA systems, and critical infrastructure. They also focus on planning and development to meet future energy needs, contributing to VELCO's mission of providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective electricity to the state.

Engineering Team

The Leadership Team at VELCO is responsible for setting the strategic direction and vision for the company, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering innovation. They oversee key areas such as engineering, technology, human resources, legal affairs, and communications to provide Vermont’s utilities and their customers with a reliable high-voltage grid, advocate for regional energy issues, and ensure access to safe, cost-effective electricity. This team guides the company in achieving its mission of creating a sustainable Vermont through its people, assets, and relationships.

Leadership Team

The System Operations team at VELCO is responsible for monitoring and managing Vermont's high-voltage electric grid to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient transmission of electricity. The team oversees real-time grid operations, coordinates maintenance schedules, and responds to emergencies to maintain uninterrupted power service. Comprised of system and transmission system operators, this team plays a vital role in sustaining grid stability and reliability for all Vermont utilities and their customers.

System Operations

The Human Resources team at VELCO is dedicated to supporting the company's mission by managing employee relations, recruitment, talent acquisition, and professional development. They work to ensure a positive workplace culture, oversee benefits administration, and implement policies that align with VELCO’s goals for sustainability and operational excellence. This team plays a crucial role in attracting, retaining, and developing talent to sustain VELCO’s high standards of providing reliable and cost-effective electricity to Vermont’s utilities and their customers.

Human Resources

The Project Management Team at VELCO is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the planning, execution, and completion of various infrastructure and transmission projects. This includes managing project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure the successful delivery of initiatives aimed at maintaining and enhancing Vermont's statewide electric transmission network. The team works closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure that projects align with VELCO’s goals of sustainability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness for all Vermonters.

Project Management Team

This department oversees the governance and strategic direction of the organization through board-related activities.

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