Assistant Power Plant Manager - Operations

ZipRecruiter; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 118,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Manitowoc Public Utilities is looking for an Assistant Power Plant Manager-Operations to oversee plant operations and personnel development. This role balances operational oversight and strategic initiatives, ensuring safety and compliance within a team-driven environment. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and a strong background in power production.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in power production is required.
• Strong communication with stakeholders is essential.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations and outage planning.
• Monitors and analyzes plant performance.
• Ensures safety and provides technical support.

Skills

Leadership in power production

Communication skills

Safety management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, sciences, or similar field

Job description

Job Description

MPU is adding a new leader at our power site and we are seeking applicants with strong power plant experience.

The Assistant Power Plant Manager-Operations is responsible for implementing strategic operational initiatives and overseeing plant production, performance, and regulatory compliance. This includes development of plant personnel, fostering a culture that prioritizes operational work orders and supports key business functions.

This role also works closely with the Plant Manager to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations, balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on fieldwork and maintaining effective communication across all levels of the organization.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Oversees daily operations.
2. Outage planning and execution.
3. Plant performance monitoring and analysis.
4. Safety management.
5. Technical support and development.

Sample of Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive experience and progressive leadership in power production.
• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, sciences, or similar field, electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead, coach and develop direct reports.

Pay Rate: $118,000 starting pay.

MPU is fortunate to serve our community by providing valuable services to our customers.

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Manitowoc Public Utilities does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected class.