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April 6, 2026

Each year, Lineworker Appreciation Month gives us the opportunity to recognize the individuals who perform an essential — and often unseen — role in keeping our communities powered. At Pioneer Electric Cooperative, our lineworkers are on the front lines of delivering safe and reliable electricity to the homes, farms, schools, and businesses we serve. While most people simply flip a switch and expect the lights to come on, our lineworkers know the complex system and hard work that makes that possible. They build and maintain the infrastructure that powers daily life across our service territory, often working in challenging environments...

August 31, 2025

Emergencies — such as a fire, storm or other natural disaster — can happen at any time. To minimize your risks and keep your family safe, it’s best to be prepared. Emergency preparedness Here’s what you should do to make sure you’re ready for the next emergency. Create an emergency supply kit. Include bottled water, non-perishable foods, a can opener, battery-powered radio, flashlights, extra batteries, blankets and first aid supplies. Designate family meeting spots. Pick a meeting spot near your home in case of a fire. Choose a second location in your area in case family members cannot return home...

May 22, 2025

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has released its 2025 Summer Reliability Assessment, offering a positive outlook for electricity supply in the coming months. According to the report, PJM Interconnection—the grid operator serving 13 states, including Ohio—is at a low risk of resources falling below required operating reserves, even on the hottest days of summer. Twice a year, in May and November, NERC evaluates the nation’s electricity grid to ensure consumers have reliable power, particularly during extreme weather conditions. Ohio narrowly avoided blackouts during a brutal cold snap in December 2022, while states farther south faced outages due to...

April 5, 2025

McClay’s path exemplifies lineworkers’ opportunities for growth, advancement, and leadership When Steve McClay applied for a job at Pioneer Electric Cooperative, it wasn’t because he was an experienced lineman or had extensive knowledge of the electric industry. He simply trusted his father’s word that the cooperative was a good place to work and hoped that his experience operating heavy machinery would make him stand out in an interview. At the time, he was young, had just purchased a home, and was ready to start a family. “I came to Pioneer, and when I walked in, there were probably 50 people...

September 12, 2024

Pioneer Electric Cooperative recently held electric safety training and demonstrations for local first responders, contractors, city employees, transportation departments, county workers, and more. More than 70 individuals from over 20 organizations participated in one of three sessions held on September 10 and 11. As part of its commitment to safety within its service area, Pioneer Electric provides education, training, and information. Safety education aligns with one of the cooperative’s seven guiding principles, concern for community. “Safety is our top priority at Pioneer, and that extends beyond our employees,” said Steve McClay, Pioneer’s director of operations and safety. “Training first responders...

July 15, 2024

We need you. When your power goes out, it might be just at your home or small section of a neighborhood. There is a chance we may not know about it, and no one has reported it. We rely on you to let us know if your power is out. If you experience an outage, please let us know by reporting it by calling our office at 800.762.0997, reporting it through our SmartHub app, or texting “OUT” to 800.762.0997 from a phone number associated with the account that is without power. Our employees might be affected too. Because Pioneer Electric...