Healy Operations Supervisor

ALASKA POWER ASSOCIATION; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 113,926 - 139,243; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension

401(k) match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

An energy cooperative in Fairbanks, Alaska is looking for a Healy Operations Supervisor. The role involves overseeing daily plant operations, supporting an operations team, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of five years of relevant operations experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a defined pension and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of operations experience in an industrial coal-fired plant or related environment.
• Experience administering labor contracts and supervising contractors.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within thirty days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operations Manager with operational activities and personnel performance.
• Maintain the EAM maintenance management system for work order tracking.
• Conduct accident investigations and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Mechanical and electrical systems knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

Join Golden Valley Electric Association as the Healy Operations Supervisor, where your expertise in power plant operation and maintenance will directly contribute to the heart of our energy mission. This role offers a competitive starting salary of $126,585, based on your experience and qualifications. You will support the day‑to‑day operations of the Healy Plant and lead a dedicated operations team in Healy, Alaska.

As an integral part of our forward‑thinking organization, you will play a key role in ensuring our energy systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental and operational standards.

Benefits

You can receive a defined pension, 401(k) match, health and life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, annual leave, a wellness program (including fitness reimbursements), and tuition reimbursements.

About GVEA

GVEA is an electric cooperative that maintains 3,292 miles of transmission and distribution lines, 40 substations, and nine 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. We power the interior of Alaska and contribute to the economic, environmental, and social viability of our communities.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

Assist the Operations Manager with day‑to‑day operations activities relating to personnel performance, motivation, safety, environmental compliance, and training.

Maintain the EAM maintenance management system, including reviewing work requests and issuing and monitoring the progress of preventive and corrective work orders.

Assist in conducting near‑miss and accident investigations, communicate findings to work groups, and support safe and efficient plant operations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement).
• Minimum of five years of operations experience in an industrial coal‑fired plant or related environment.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Experience with electric and mechanical utility systems.
• Experience with labor contract administration.
• Experience supervising contractors.
• Strong organizational and supervisory abilities.
• Effective communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within thirty days of hire.

Note: As a condition of employment, successful applicants must become an IBEW member within 30 days after employment.