Healy Maintenance Manager

ALASKA POWER ASSOCIATION; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 128,494 - 157,049; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Pension

401(k) match

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Annual Leave

Bereavement Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

A leading electric cooperative in Healy, Alaska, seeks a Healy Maintenance Manager to oversee the Maintenance department and ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, a minimum of ten years of maintenance experience in industrial coal-fired plants, and strong supervisory and leadership skills. Responsibilities include instilling a safety-first culture and managing major maintenance operations. The position offers a competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of maintenance experience in an industrial coal-fired plant or related field.
• At least four years of management experience in a power plant setting with proven budget management.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall operation of the Maintenance department.
• Ensure environmental compliance and plant performance.
• Instill a strong safety-first culture in the maintenance program.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Leadership skills

Project management skills

Labor contract administration

Contractor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Join our team at Golden Valley Electric Association as the Healy Maintenance Manager and be part of an innovative company at the forefront of the electric cooperative industry. As an experienced professional in industrial coal‑fired plants, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic work environment that values safety and forward thinking. This on‑site position in Healy, Alaska, offers a competitive annual salary of $142,772. Take the next step in your career and make a real impact on our mission‑focused organization.

You will be offered great benefits such as defined Pension, 401(k) match, Health insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Annual Leave, Bereavement Leave and Wellness Program (including fitness reimbursements).

About Golden Valley Electric Association

GVEA is an electric cooperative that maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and 9 generating facilities. Our system is interconnected with Fort Wainwright, Eielson AFB, Fort Greely, the University of Alaska‑Fairbanks, and all electric utilities in the Alaska Railbelt, which extends from Homer to Fairbanks. Powering the Interior of Alaska, GVEA contributes to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.

Your Role as the Healy Maintenance Manager

As the Healy Maintenance Manager at Golden Valley Electric Association, you will oversee the overall operation of the Maintenance department, including environmental compliance, plant performance, culture, personnel, and regulatory, technical, and technology‑related functions. This role is essential in instilling a strong safety‑first culture while maintaining a rigorous maintenance program that aligns with operational needs and ensures the reliable operation of the Healy Power Plants.

Requirements for this Healy Maintenance Manager Job

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of ten years of maintenance experience in an industrial coal‑fired plant or related field.
• At least four years of management experience in a power plant setting with proven budget management.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, and project management skills.
• Experience in labor contract administration and contractor management.

Successful candidates will be able to leverage their technical expertise and leadership abilities to drive operational excellence and ensure the smooth functioning of our maintenance department in Healy, Alaska.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Demonstrated supervisor, leadership and project management experience.
• Proficiency in labor contract administration.
• Proficiency in contractor management.
• Experience with budgetary responsibilities in a power plant environment.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems in a coal‑fired power plant.