Manager, Electrical Power Distribution (Substation)

PacifiCorp•Walla Walla, WA

3d•$117,400 - $161,370•Onsite

About The Position

PacifiCorp is seeking a customer-centric candidate to manage the day-to-day operations of a team of journeymen and technical personnel responsible for maintenance, operation, testing, troubleshooting, and construction support for electrical substations and communications facilities in an assigned geographic area. The manager establishes and implements business objectives, strategies, and plans that support safe, reliable, and efficient transmission and distribution infrastructure, and allocates financial, material, and employee resources to achieve operational goals. The role implements company programs, policies, and regulatory requirements; develops and executes maintenance programs and work management practices; and ensures budget adherence. It provides leadership that promotes safety, accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The position is based in Walla Walla, Washington, and is scheduled as full-time, 100% onsite. The employee must live within the assigned work area as agreed upon with the hiring director and be available to respond to emergencies and operational issues after hours, sometimes on short notice. Travel may be required. The hiring range is $117,400 to $161,370, with eligibility for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15% of salary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and electric utility industry experience.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility substation operations, maintenance, construction, testing, communications systems, or related technical disciplines.
Previous supervisory, leadership, or crew management experience.
Demonstrated management, administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills.
Thorough understanding of substation equipment, electrical systems, communication systems, maintenance practices, switching procedures, and utility operations.
Working knowledge of applicable safety regulations, electrical codes, environmental requirements, and company operating standards.
Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and influence employees in a unionized work environment.
Strong planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with computer applications, including work management systems, spreadsheets, word processing, and asset management software.
Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
Flexibility and availability to respond to after-hours emergencies and operational issues on short notice.
Must live within the assigned work area as agreed upon by the hiring director to support daily operations and emergency response requirements.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
Travel may be required.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Ten or more years of experience in electric utility substation maintenance, testing, operations, construction, or telecommunications systems.
Journeyman certification, technical training, or equivalent experience in substation, relay, communications, or utility operations disciplines.
Comprehensive knowledge of transmission and distribution system operations and maintenance practices.
Experience managing represented employees and administering collective bargaining agreements.
Knowledge of NERC, WECC, OSHA, and utility regulatory requirements relevant to substation and communication system operations.
Experience developing and managing operating and capital maintenance programs.
Demonstrated success improving safety performance, reliability metrics, employee development, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Lead and direct the daily activities of substation electricians, meter relay technicians, communication technicians, and support personnel responsible for substation and communications facility operations, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair.
Ensure safe and reliable operation of substation equipment and associated communication systems.
Plan, prioritize, schedule, and oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance at substations and communication sites.
Implement strategic business objectives, operational plans, and initiatives in support of company goals and reliability standards.
Manage and allocate financial, material, contract, and employee resources to meet operational objectives.
Develop and administer departmental operating and capital budgets and adhere to approved spending plans.
Promote a strong safety culture through field engagement, coaching, visible leadership, and consistent application of safety policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, company standards, maintenance practices, and environmental policies.
Coordinate with System Operations, Engineering, Construction, Protection and Control, Telecommunications, and other departments on outage planning, switching, maintenance programs, and capital projects.
Participate in planning, design review, construction, commissioning, and acceptance of new or upgraded substations and communication facilities.
Respond to system emergencies, major outages, equipment failures, and restoration efforts during and outside normal working hours.
Conduct field inspections, quality audits, and work observations to ensure work meets safety, efficiency, and established standards.
Monitor equipment performance and reliability metrics and implement corrective actions to improve asset performance.
Interview, hire, train, coach, develop, and evaluate employees; promote workforce engagement and succession planning.
Identify and implement more efficient work practices, technologies, and processes to foster continuous improvement.
Maintain positive labor-management relationships and administer labor agreements fairly and consistently.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with matching and fixed contributions, including Roth and savings options; contributions vary for union employees, and nonunion employees receive a fixed contribution equal to 4% of eligible pay for new hires, plus a 100% match on the first 6% contributed.
Life insurance.
Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
Tuition assistance.
Mass transit pass for employees in the Portland and Salt Lake City offices.
Paid time off, with amount varying by employee type.
Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance.
Paid parental leave for non-union employees.
Paid bereavement leave.
Military leave support for active-duty employees.
Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing.
Annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15% of salary.