Manager,Power Distribution (Substation)

About the Role

In this leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of an electric utility distribution organization, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of service to our customers. You will lead and develop teams, manage financial and operational resources, and implement business strategies that support corporate and organizational objectives. This position offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, champion a strong safety culture, and inspire continuous improvement through innovative leadership practices that enhance employee performance, work quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Participate in activities related to the planning, design, building, maintenance, switching, and control of the electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Analyze market and competition and understand the organization’s strengths and weaknesses to identify external threats and opportunities.
• Adapt strategy to changing conditions by overcoming resistance and supporting those affected by change.
• Implement strategic business objectives, strategies, and plans in support of the company’s strategic goals.
• Manage and allocate financial and employee resources. Usually responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget.
• Promote safety in the workplace through demonstrated leadership.
• Respond to after-hour emergencies relating to the electrical system with both Distribution & Transmission activities/workload.
• Manage schedules and complete the annual substation maintenance plan and/or capital work.
• Perform inspections and field audits of the substation maintenance and/or capital work performed.
• Ensure that a zero-accident workplace message is delivered in a convincing manner on a regular basis.
• Interview, hire, train, coach, and develop employees.
• Implement and deliver more efficient ways to perform the job.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience in the electric utility or related industry.
• Completion of the Assistant Manager training program, or equivalent amount of directly related electrical or utility experience.
• Previous supervisory experience or completion of the Assistant Manager training program.
• Demonstrated management, administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills.
• Must be flexible and available to respond to after-hour emergencies under short notice on any given day, at any given time, including outside of normal work shift.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and influence employees.
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and mainframe applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must live within assigned work area as agreed upon by the hiring director to support daily and after-hours operational issues.
• Ability to conduct business and work with employees while understanding that information acquired in this position is confidential and must be treated as such in all communications both internal and external.
• Travel may be required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Preferences

• A minimum of five years of experience in distribution operations, maintenance, and construction.
• Thorough knowledge of labor agreements, accident prevention manuals, code requirements, personnel procedures, budgeting, and general company policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of electrical system construction, operation, and maintenance practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For non-union, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in Portland and Salt Lake City offices.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union).
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Bereavement Leave.
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing.

Pay

Hiring range: $117,400 - $161,370. This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00%.

Schedule

Full-time, 100% onsite.