PacifiCorp

Manager, Distribution

PacifiCorp$117K — $161K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in electric utility or related fields.
  • Completion of Assistant Manager training program or equivalent experience.
  • Supervisory experience in a similar role.
  • Strong management, administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills.
  • Flexibility to respond to after-hour emergencies on short notice.
  • Ability to effectively lead and motivate employees.
  • Proficient in computer applications for reporting and analysis.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in planning, design, and maintenance of electrical distribution and transmission systems.
  • Analyze market competition and identify organizational strengths and weaknesses.
  • Adapt strategies to changing conditions and support personnel during transitions.
  • Implement strategic objectives aligned with company goals.
  • Manage financial and employee resource allocations effectively.
  • Ensure adherence to departmental budgetary constraints.
  • Promote workplace safety through proactive leadership and regular messaging.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401k plan with fixed contributions and matching options.
  • Life insurance options available.
  • Voluntary benefits such as pet insurance.
  • Tuition assistance for ongoing education and training.
  • Mass Transit Pass for employees in Portland and Salt Lake City.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy varied by employee type.
  • Paid parental and bereavement leave options.
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental and emotional support.
Full Job Description
General Purpose

Manages the day-to-day operations of an electric utility in a geographic territory, region, location or functional unit that has a significant impact on corporate, business unit or organizational objectives. Establishes and implements business objectives, strategies, and plans. Manages and allocates financial and employee resources. Implements and supports company programs and policies. Usually responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget. Develop innovative leadership techniques that will improve the safety of each employee group and the quality of work each employee group performs in an effort to improve efficiencies.

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 understands 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 allocates 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 in responding to after-hour emergencies under short notice on any given day, at any given time. This includes responding to emergencies 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 in order 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 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

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn't just about your physical health - your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our benefits include:

  • 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 nonunion, 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 our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.


Work Life Balance

  • 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


For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Additional Information

Req Id: 114773
Company Code: PacifiCorp #PM25
Primary Location: Portland, Oregon (100% Onsite)
Department: Power Delivery
Schedule: Full-Time
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $117,400.00 - $161,370.00 annually

About PacifiCorp

PacifiCorp is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. PacifiCorp is an electric power company that operates in six western states: Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Wyoming, and Idaho. The company was founded in 1910 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. PacifiCorp provides electricity to 1.9 million customers and has 8,000 employees.
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1984

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