PacifiCorp

Manager, Field Power Distribution

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in electric utility or related field
  • Completion of Assistant Manager training program or related experience
  • Proven supervisory experience
  • Strong management and leadership abilities
  • Available for after-hour emergency response at short notice
  • Proficient in computer applications, including word processing and spreadsheets
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Oversee planning and design of electrical distribution and transmission systems
  • Analyze market conditions and organizational strengths
  • Adapt strategies to changing conditions and overcome resistance to change
  • Implement strategic business objectives in line with company goals
  • Manage financial and human resources effectively
  • Ensure adherence to departmental budget
  • Advance a strong safety culture through effective leadership
  • Respond to electrical system emergencies during off-hours
  • Manage annual substation maintenance and capital projects
  • Conduct inspections and field audits of maintenance work
  • Deliver consistent messaging on workplace safety
  • Hire, train, coach, and develop staff
  • Implement improved job performance methods

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with fixed contributions and matching up to 6%
  • Life insurance
  • Voluntary benefits including pet insurance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Mass Transit Pass for eligible locations
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
  • Paid short-term and long-term disability leave
  • Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental and emotional support
Full Job Description
General Purpose

In this leadership role, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of an electric utility distribution organization, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of service to our customers. You will lead and develop teams, manage financial and operational resources, and implement business strategies that support corporate and organizational objectives. This position offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence, champion a strong safety culture, and inspire continuous improvement through innovative leadership practices that enhance employee performance, work quality, and operational efficiency.

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: 114829
Company Code: ((compCode)) #PM25
Primary Location: AMERICAN FORK, UT
Department: Power Delivery
Schedule: FT
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: $117,400 - $161,370

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00%.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.

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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