Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative serves northwest North Dakota, bordered by Canada to the north and Montana to the west. Located in the Bakken Shale oil formation, our service area is fast-paced and dynamic. Applicants who value small-town living and enjoy some of the nation’s best hunting and outdoor opportunities are encouraged to apply.


Positions Available

Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative currently has no open positions. Please check back for future employment opportunities.


Application Process

To apply for a position at BDEC, please submit a completed application, resume and cover letter by one of the following methods:

Email: hannah@bdec.coop

Mail: Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative, PO Box 6, Columbus, ND 58727

The full job descriptions and BDEC employment application are available below or by contacting Human Resources at 701-939-6671 or hannah@bdec.coop.

Employment Application


Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative is a smoke-free workplace per N.D.C.C. 23-12-9 to 23-12-11.