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To attract, develop and retain a diverse and talented workforce in today’s highly competitive job market, FirstEnergy is committed to implementing a broader and comprehensive recruiting strategy. This commitment supports our aspirational goal to increase the diversity of our workforce – which is essential to building a more sustainable company, achieving our objectives and bringing…

“The best part of my job is the positive impact we can have on our students as they prepare for their future careers,” said Rob Petit, supervisor, Power Systems Institute (PSI). “Our goal is to provide them with a strong foundation to become a line worker or a substation electrician, and it’s a responsibility that we…

Since the pandemic, we’ve had to create ways to continue our fundraising efforts – even outdoor events – in a virtual environment.​ A great example is the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s 19th Annual Walk, Rock, Run virtual fundraiser race. Participants could choose their own course, such as a treadmill, neighborhood streets, hiking trails and more.…

Ohio Edison, Potomac Edison and Mon Power recognized employees in the following work groups for their safety achievements:​ Ohio Edison Mansfield – Six employees in Meter Reading celebrated two years without an OSHA-recordable incident. Alliance – Meter Services achieved 19 years of OSHA-free work and three years without a controllable motor vehicle accident (CMVA). Two…

Met-Ed, West Penn Power and Penelec recognized the following work groups for their safe work practices. Met-Ed Transmission Maintenance – The group’s 17 employees achieved 10 years without a controllable motor vehicle accident (CMVA). During that time, members of the group drove more than 600,000 miles throughout Met-Ed’s 3,300-square mile territory. Hanover – Thirty employees…

A severe storm can leave you without basic services like water, gas or power for a few hours, or even a few days. Make sure you have a family emergency kit for such situations. The kit should be stocked with enough food, water and supplies to get everyone through at least three days. Items to include:…

​Arou​nd the country, utility customers continue to be the target of criminal schemes utilizing door-to-door visits, phone calls, emails and social media. Often, these scams threaten customers with immediate disconnection if an “overdue” balance is not paid right away – even if no overdue balance really exists. They also usually insist on payment through means…