Reliant Energy, Inc. (NYSE: RRI) based in Houston, Texas, provides electricity and energy-related products to approximately 1.8 million retail and wholesale customers in Texas and in the Mid-Atlantic Region. We are one of the largest independent power producers in the nation with more than 14,000 megawatts of power generation capacity in operation or under contract across the United States.
How many customers does Reliant serve?
We provide service to approximately 1.8 million retail electricity customers primarily in Texas, including residential and small business customers. We also serve commercial, industrial, governmental and institutional customers in Delaware, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington, D.C.
What does Reliant do to help the environment?
We're one of the few Texas retail companies that offer renewable energy products generated from pollution-free wind power. And we partner with many of our largest clients to meet their corporate environmental goals. For more details, visit our Environmental page.
To learn more about working for Reliant, search jobs and submit your resumé, visit our Careers site. (Please note that we only accept resumés submitted via our Web site.)
How do I search for specific positions?
On our job search page, you can search for employment opportunities by category, location or keyword.
I recently applied for a position online. What is the next step?
When you apply for a position listed on our Job Search page you'll receive an email confirming receipt of your resume. Our Human Resources representatives will then evaluate your qualifications and contact you with next steps if you're selected to move forward. Please note that due to the large volume of applications we receive, it could be several weeks before we contact you, and we appreciate your patience.
Can you tell me if a job has been filled?
Generally speaking, positions that appear on our Careers Web site are open and active, even though the interview process may have begun. If you do not see a particular position, it has been filled or we are no longer seeking candidates for that position.
I saw a position that would be perfect for one of my friends. Can I send the job to her?
Definitely, and we encourage you to do so. At the bottom of the job description, click on the "Send this job to a friend" icon. You'll then be prompted to enter your friend's email address, your email address and a brief message. Click "Send," and our friend will receive an email with a direct link to the job page.
A Reliant employee referred me for a job. How do I check the status of my referral?
You will receive an email confirming your referral and inviting you to visit our Careers Web site to create a Career Profile and to register your resume for the position(s). You will then be contacted if your resume is identified as a match. Please note that to be considered for a job opportunity, you must register your resume for a specific position on the Web site.
I forgot my password. What should I do?
Click the “Register Your Profile” link on the Job Description page. When you reach the logon screen, enter your user name and click "Forgot Your Password?" We'll send a new password to you at the email address with which you registered; you can then use the new password to log on.
I am an agency and would like to partner with Reliant. How can I become a vendor?
We invite you to complete the online Vendor Registration Form. Your organization’s information will be maintained in our "pending review" database, which we review annually. A representative of our purchasing department will review your information and contact you directly if the need arises or when our annual review begins.
I am a recruiting agency and would like to submit a candidate for your consideration.
Sorry, we don't accept unsolicited resumes; we only accept candidates from those agencies we are partnering with on specific searches. Interested candidates may register their resumes online for a specific open position at any time.
What employee benefits does Reliant offer?
We recognize how important benefits are for your life. Our full-time employees enjoy a competitive benefits package, including healthcare plans, 401K savings plan, paid time off, flexible schedules and more. For more information, contact Human Resources at humanresources@reliant.com.
Once I become a Reliant employee, how soon will my benefits take affect ?
Your benefits will begin on your first day of employment.
How do employees support Reliant’s values?
We're committed to building solid relationships with the people and communities we serve, and our employees support this mission. To learn more about our outreach, sponsorship and energy assistance programs, please visit our Community Involvement site.
Where do I get more information about Reliant?
For more information about employment opportunities, please email us at humanresources@reliant.com If you need additional company information, contact Corporate Communications at CorpCommCC@reliant.com.
Why did Reliant Resources change its name to Reliant Energy?
The name change, effective April 26, 2004, was intended to align our
corporate name with our brand name.
Did Reliant Energy's name change affect my relationship with the company as an investor?
The name change did not affect your relationship with the company. No action
is required on your part in connection with the name change, and your rights as
a stockholder will not be affected by the name change.
Reliant stock can be purchased through a stockbroker, bank or any financial
institution that provides brokerage services.
Does Reliant Energy sell stock directly to the public?
No, we do not have a direct investment program at this time.
How can I safeguard my stock certificates?
By taking advantage of the company's direct registration service, you can
return your stock certificate(s) to the company's transfer agent and they will
safeguard your shares in book entry form. This will eliminate your need to hold
physical certificates.
Does Reliant pay a cash dividend on its common stock?
No cash dividends are paid at this time.
Does Reliant Energy have a dividend reinvestment program?
Not at this time.
When was the last annual meeting of shareholders?
The last annual meeting of shareholders was Tuesday, May 20, 2008.
How can I obtain Reliant’s latest Annual Report (Form 10-K) or Form 10-Q?
Our Form 10-Ks and 10-Qs are available on the Company Filings page of Reliant’s website. Reliant will provide you with a paper copy of the complete audited financials or unaudited interim financials upon request and free of charge. To obtain this information, submit an information request form.
Who should I contact to transfer my stock certificates, to change my address of record or if my stock certificates have been lost or stolen?
Please contact our stock transfer agent, Computershare Investor Services.
