Our Director of Operations Reflects on 40+Years

Rick Klaus has loyally served Wheatland Electric Cooperative, Inc., for over 40 years. Starting as a groundman in 1982 soon out of high school, Rick worked his way up —literally! — and today serves at WEC's director of operations. He is responsible for running one of the largest electric distribution cooperatives in Kansas, with over 32,000 meters across southwest and central Kansas. As we celebrate WEC's 75th anniversary this month (founded Oct. 25, 1948), hear how life on the job has changed over the decades and how we continue to keep the lights on — through rain or shine — across the communities we serve! Connect with us on social!