Lansing Board of Water & Light is a municipally-owned public utility serving the greater Lansing, Michigan area. Founded in 1885, it provides electric service to approximately 100,000 customers and water service to approximately 58,000 customers. As a public power utility, it operates without stock, dividends, or profit motives; revenue beyond operating costs is reinvested in utility infrastructure.
The organisation's technical work spans utility infrastructure, electric power distribution, water distribution, and infrastructure maintenance and improvement. Roles in these areas involve operating and maintaining the systems that deliver power and water across the service area, along with ongoing capital improvement programmes. Employees work within an operating culture emphasising safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Lansing Board of Water & Light runs robust training programmes, including apprenticeship opportunities, safety certifications, and industry-specific seminars, supporting career progression into skilled technical and operational positions. Compensation and benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive healthcare, retirement planning options, and generous paid time off, and the organisation states that it values work-life balance.
Community engagement is a stated principle of the utility. Employees participate in local initiatives, sponsor community events, and contribute to economic development across the Lansing area, reflecting a service mandate that has been in place since 1885.
