Operations & Engineering Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Operations & Engineering department, including line crews, engineering staff, and warehouse operations.
• Plan and oversee the construction, operation, maintenance, and reliability of the Cooperative’s electric distribution system.
• Develop and implement long-range system planning, construction work plans, and engineering projects.
• Promote and champion a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA, NESC, RUS, and Cooperative safety standards.
• Manage departmental budgets, work plans, resources, and project schedules.
• Oversee warehouse operations, inventory management, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Cook up contractors, consultants, and member service projects.
• Resolve member service issues and maintain positive relationships with members, vendors, and community partners.
• Provide leadership in employee development, coaching, performance management, and departmental planning.

Qualifications

• Achieve an Associate degree and obtain a Journeyman Lineman Certificate (or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
• Display at least 15 years of progressive electric utility operations, construction, and maintenance experience.
• Show previous supervisory or leadership experience (3-5 years preferred).
• Show strong knowledge of electric distribution systems, substations, line construction, and utility operations.
• Show working knowledge of NESC, OSHA, regulations, and RUS standards.
• Show excellent leadership, communication, project management, and problem solving skills.
• Show ability to build positive relationships with employees, members, contractors, and vendors.
• Show valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).