Gas Operations Supervisor

Black Hills Energy; Manchester (IA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Black Hills Energy is seeking a Gas Operations Manager in Manchester, Iowa. You will lead a service and operations workforce to meet safety, reliability, and customer service goals for our natural gas utility.

The role requires living within 20 miles of the Manchester district and reports to the Gas Operations Manager. The compensation range is $105,750 to $174,450, with relocation assistance available based on circumstances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in business management, engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three years in utility industry, gas operations, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives across operations complying with standards.
• Supervise and develop front-line staff in construction, maintenance, and customer support.
• Manage employee and labor relations at the operations level.
• Oversee all regulated/mandated work and emergency response.
• Resolve customer requests while delivering top-tier service.
• Support community relations and continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee decisions impacting capital and maintenance programs with external contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Project management

Budgeting & forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making

Customer service

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business/engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position Summary:

In this important role you will effectively lead a service and operations workforce, focusing on obtaining organizational objectives within the guidelines of providing safe, reliable natural gas utility service to customers.

Pay Range: $105,750 - $174,450 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Gas Operations Manager

Location: Manchester, Iowa
Residency Requirement: Must live within 20 miles of our Manchester district office

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:

• Proactively promote and lead safety initiatives in all phases of operations and in compliance with DOT, State, and Company standards.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and develop front-line employees performing work in the areas of construction, maintenance, appliance repair, and customer and administrative support.
• Manage employee & labor relations issues at the operational level, with assistance from Human Resources.
• Lead all aspects of and ensure the completion of all regulated/mandated work.
• Respond to and resolve customer requests and issues while providing top tier customer service.
• Actively participate in maintaining favorable community relations.
• Actively sponsor or lead continuous improvement efforts and build a positive environment that empowers all employees to continuously improve.
• Make daily decisions that positively impact capital and maintenance programs including external contractors.
• Respond to emergency situations and participate in the emergency on-call rotation schedule.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide technical, financial, and operational expertise.
• Maintain training records and compliance documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:

• Bachelor's Degree business management, engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of (3) three years of utility industry, gas operations, or other relevant experience

What Is Desired:

• Strong leadership skills including coaching and engaging employees.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to connect with a wide variety of audiences.
• Ability to be effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial management, budgetary, planning, and forecasting skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks.
• Strong problem resolution and project management skills.
• Proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software).
• Ability to participate in cross-functional teams and manage external contractors.
• Excellent collaboration and customer service skills.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company:

We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at [e-mail].

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Team at [e-mail].