Otter Tail Corporation

Operations Manager

Otter Tail Corporation$117K — $162K *
Rugby, ND 58368In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in operations management or related field
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams
  • Proficient in budget management and cost control
  • Experience in construction and maintenance activities
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards

Responsibilities

  • Lead area field personnel in construction and maintenance activities
  • Ensure projects are completed within budget
  • Oversee safety protocols for workgroups
  • Interface with community stakeholders to address needs
  • Implement training and development programs for staff

Benefits

  • Competitive wage and benefits package
  • Incentive plans and Employee Stock Ownership options
  • Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
  • Health, disability, and life insurance plan options
  • Annual training and development opportunities
  • Access to leadership development programs and online courses
  • Mental health support and generous leave policy
Full Job Description
Operations Manager

Salary Grade 15

Location: Rugby, ND

We're looking for an Operations Manager to lead our area field personnel in construction and maintenance activities within budget while also overseeing the safety of the workgroup. The ideal candidate is a motivated self starter looking for a rewarding career working with great employees while positively impacting the communities we serve.

  • Competitive wage & benefit package.
    • The expected offer for this role is $117,000 - $162,000 annually. Actual base compensation will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
    • Incentive plans
    • Employee Stock Ownership options
    • Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
    • Health, disability and life insurance plan options

  • Our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement. This includes safety - one of our values and key to our success - technical, compliance and developmental training.
  • Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!
  • Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they're working.


To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. Applications accepted through August 30, 2026.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time.

About Otter Tail Corporation

Otter Tail Corporation is a publicly traded company headquartered in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. The company consists of three primary subsidiaries: Otter Tail Power Company, which provides electricity to more than 130,000 customers in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota; manufacturing businesses, including BTD Manufacturing, Inc., a metal fabricator; and plastics businesses, including Otter Tail Corporation?s wholly owned subsidiary, Northern Pipe Products, Inc., a manufacturer of PVC pipe. Otter Tail Corporation was founded in 1907 and is traded on NASDAQ under the symbol OTTR.
Learn more about Otter Tail Corporation
Size
2,487 employees
Market Cap
$2.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$95.8 million
5 Year Trend
+8.3%
Revenue
$890.1 million
NASDAQ

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