Operations Manager

RMS Energy • Minnesota, MN

21d • $110,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced Operations Manager to help drive safety, execution, and growth in our field services business. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting electrical power systems projects in industrial facilities across the U.S. You’ll be responsible for managing project performance, leading teams, and overseeing site operations to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality service delivery.

Requirements

• 6+ years' experience in operations, field service, or project management in electrical power systems
• Prior leadership experience managing crews in field environments
• Previous experience planning multi-site or multi-phase field service projects
• Technical knowledge of diagnostic and testing tools used in substation and industrial environments, and transmission/distribution systems
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, NETA, IEEE, and other safety/compliance standards
• Effective communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment/random drug tests
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently (up to 50%), including overnight stays
• Must complete annual safety training; some training may require travel outside your region
• Requires good vision, hearing, and English proficiency for safe, effective communication in noisy environments

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred (or equivalent industry experience)
• NETA certification (any level) or familiarity with NETA standards
• Strong budget management experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall performance of your assigned region, ensuring revenue, utilization, and profitability goals are met
• Collaborate with sales teams to support quoting, scoping, and customer proposals
• Assist divisional leadership in strategic planning, including workforce planning and equipment/resource needs
• Uphold and enforce high safety standards in alignment with OSHA, NFPA, NETA, and RMS policies
• Plan jobs and schedule crews, labor, subcontractors, and materials needed for field service projects
• Supervise or directly execute work on electrical equipment, including switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, relays, pilot controls, and communication systems
• Ensure site equipment is maintained and safe to operate; perform or assign daily inspections
• Review and complete all required documentation (e.g., job safety analyses, time sheets, site reports)
• Monitor vehicle usage and compliance with company policy
• Follow strict safety and PPE usage protocols due to noise, electrical hazards, and elevated work areas

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – Overtime potential and merit-based raises
• Full Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire
• Steady Employment & Career Growth – Be part of a fast-growing company with promotion potential
• 401(k) with Company Match – Traditional & Roth options + free investment guidance
• Top-Tier Equipment – Provided to support you in the field
• Compensated Travel Time plus Per Diem – Earn while seeing new places
• Education Support – Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships
• Generous PTO – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program – Legal, financial, and mental wellness support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED