SALARY RANGE
In addition to a competitive salary range of $109,575 - $146,100 (based on qualifications, skills and abilities), Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.
JOB POSTING
JOB PURPOSE:
Manage power plant generation maintenance and reliability for Rocky Reach, Rock Island, Lake Chelan, and/or Stehekin power plants. Optimize the efficiency and economics of maintaining plant equipment in a data driven business environment. Collaborate with plant operations, central maintenance and engineering departments on achieving reliability goals and planning for keeping low cost, reliable and safe power. Direct and supervise the activities of the maintenance staff, planner/coordinators in accordance with the objectives and policies of the District. Responsible for the maintenance of fish ladders, by-pass systems and similar systems. Manages efficient and economical construction and maintenance of the District’s Generation facilities and support systems and associated budgets. Act as duty supervisor and handle after hours emergencies as required.
JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily. Essential functions are those activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.
# % of Time Job Functions
1. EF 25% Manage and supervise the activities of plant maintenance crews, planner/coordinators and utility personnel to ensure that assigned work is completed in alignment with work plans and business unit and District goals. Provide counseling, coaching, and development opportunities, and evaluate work performance in accordance with established procedures and written expectations. Administer the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and participate in labor management meetings and discussions. Identify staffing needs to effectively meet plant maintenance requirements.
2. EF 20% Manage maintenance of assigned power plants, fish systems and ancillary systems and equipment. Visit all assigned projects and crew sites. Inspect work and monitor project status, estimates vs. actual, resource allocation and project requirements. Identify scope, schedule or budget issues, and provide appropriate leadership to resolve. Identify and manage the resolution of mechanical/electrical maintenance or project issues, personnel issues, safety issues, or other issues impacting workers, plant operations, the work environment and/or work productivity.
3. EF 15% Interact and coordinate with other District departments, outside agencies, and/or regulatory agencies. Monitor, direct, and participate in special projects such as District initiatives, RFAs feasibility studies, and capital and O&M projects.
4. EF 15% Manage power plant maintenance planning and scheduling activities, and establish work priorities aligned with business unit and District goals. Oversee the development of the master work schedule, work packets, and detailed project plans for assigned plant work.
5. EF 10% Develop and administer project budgets that support maintenance in the facilities. Approve and review all purchases for equipment, tools and spare parts. Contribute to the development of business plans and budgeting. Monitor and control costs for the areas managed. Provide significant contributions to the development of asset management replacement and improvement planning to achieve District, agency and license requirements.
6. EF 10% Manage the development of accurate and thorough equipment and materials records, standards, work procedures, and work histories for the District's electrical and mechanical equipment. Monitor operational employee contributions to equipment and materials records, work procedures, work notes, histories and asset records to verify accuracy, completeness, and conformance with regulatory compliance requirements. Contribute to, support and/or lead change management and process improvement projects to enhance systematic and efficient methods of capturing, developing and maintaining plant information.
7. EF Ongoing Lead by example and ensure safe working conditions for personnel and utilization of safe work practices. Monitor employee compliance with District policies, the Collective Bargaining Agreement, safety regulations, and operational regulatory requirements.
8. EF Ongoing Drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
9. EF Ongoing Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly supervises twenty-five (25) employees in Hydro Maintenance and indirectly supervises three (3) employees in Hydro Engineering. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Post-Secondary Education:
Journeyman certification or bachelor's degree (B. S., B. A.) in Engineering, Business Administration or related field, from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Typically requires a minimum of five (5) years’ skilled trade, professional, and/or supervisory work experience in power plant or power system engineering, operations and/or maintenance. Candidates with power plant maintenance experience are strongly preferred. Candidates with two (2) or more years of successful supervisory experience are preferred. Candidates demonstrating initiative in leadership roles such as a planner, project leader, temporary superintendent, foreman, shop steward, or safety representative are desired.
Specific KSA's: A fully skilled incumbent will have the following specific knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge:
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of hydro plant operations and maintenance including, but not limited to, turbine/generator units, plant auxiliary equipment, transmission systems and equipment, fish ladders and hatcheries, control systems, PLCs
• General knowledge of the electrical utility industry
• General knowledge of District business operations
• Working knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Planning & scheduling principles
• Knowledge of other District departments and operational groups
• Knowledge of all applicable District, State, and Federal policies, standards and regulations pertaining to safety and the environment
Skills:
• Proficiency with computers
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Well-developed critical thinking, logic and reasoning skills
Abilities:
• Ability to communicate clearly, respectfully, and effectively with all levels of management and staff
• Ability to elicit cooperation and support from others, and coordinate the work and efforts of others (team building).
• Ability to use analytical skills to evaluate complex issues quickly and effectively
• Able to draw valid conclusions from complex research and analysis
• Able to grant autonomy and trust
• Able to be a strong advocate for their direct reports
• Able to hold employees accountable as needed
• Able to recognize accomplishments and thank employees
• Able to be consistent, objective, and equitable
• Able to be open and approachable
• Able to be responsive and follow-up
• Able to make expectations clear
• Able to be flexible and resilient
• Able to solve problems, take action, take ownership
• Able to demonstrate empathy and care
Language Skills:
Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Computers & Equipment: A fully skilled incumbent will have the ability to utilize the following software, hardware, or equipment:
To perform this job successfully, an individual is required to have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Word; Primavera; and Maximo Order Processing. Basic knowledge is required in PeopleSoft Time Entry/HRIS; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft PowerPoint; Microsoft Project; Maximo Asset Management; General Office Equipment including printers, computers, fax machines and phones; Hydra Amp Asset Management & Maintenance systems; and Internet Explorer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and perform repetitive hand or arm motion. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or twist torso; pull, push, or exert force and taste, smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; in confined spaces; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather) and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is usually moderate.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.
BACKGROUND SCREENING
Pursuant to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, Chelan County Public Utility District #1 conducts background screening of personnel who have access to the District's critical physical and/or cyber assets.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or other protected classifications as defined by law.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)