Careers

Work with us! We're more than just one of Lansing's largest employers, the BWL is a great place to build a career. With over 700 employees, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

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Student Programs

The Lansing Board of Water & Light employs a wide range of professions. As a result, we seek to teach and retain excellent future employees to build our workforce through BWL's Student Programs.

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Testimonials

Please take a moment to meet some of the members of our teams

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Al Cox
Gas & Chiller Plant Operator, 22 Years

The company allows me to make decisions that are needed. I like the freedom and the work atmosphere. Overall, it’s a good place to work, and I feel trusted to make decisions on my own.

Andre Manuel
Substation Manager, 25 Years

The relationships at the BWL are exceptional. We have a family-oriented environment where everyone gets along and respects one another. Whether it’s in a meeting or out in the field, everybody feels appreciated and heard.

Tony Green
Lead Supervisor of CMC, 18 Years

It’s a testament to the industry’s stability that the BWL has 135 years of service to the community. They’ll keep you employed and make sure you’re taken care of through everything, and that’s something most companies can’t promise you.