Employee Engagement
Our most important resource is our employees. They work hard to provide reliable power to our owner municipalities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. By continuing to invest in our employees we leverage diversity, grow internal talent, develop innovative skills, and maintain high standards. In 2016, Platte River:
- Conducted company-wide training events
- Provided leadership development opportunities
- Conducted a variety of safety trainings
- Offered multiple employee health and wellness events
- Encouraged and supported employee participation in several community events and volunteer opportunities
Platte River strives to create a work environment that encourages employees to be engaged, to achieve outstanding performance, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. We are committed to open, honest and effective communication as a way to keep employees well-informed and positioned to meet the needs of the organization and the communities we serve.
Community Involvement
Platte River believes it has a responsibility to participate in efforts that enhance the well-being of citizens in its communities. We are proud of our employees who volunteer and represent the organization. In 2016, employees raised over $36,000 for United Way of Larimer County. Employees also donated to and participated in a variety of community organizations including Boys & Girls Club of Larimer County, Project Self-Sufficiency, Arbor Day, Alexa’s Hugs, Loveland Passport to Water, Bike-To-Work Day and science fair judging at local schools.