Hydro Generation Supervisor

Eugene Water and Electric Board; Leaburg, Walterville (OR, OR); On-site; USD 134,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vacation and sick leave

Pension

Wellness programs

Employee credit union

Job summary

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) seeks a Hydroelectric Generation Supervisor to lead the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the Leaburg-Walterville Hydroelectric Project. You will supervise Hydroelectric Plant Technicians/Operators across electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

Reporting to the Electric Generation Manager, you will coordinate with engineering, regulatory agencies, and staff to execute asset management and dam safety initiatives while managing the O&M budget

Qualifications

• Eight years of progressive work experience in a related field with at least five years in operations, maintenance, or capital improvement for electric generating facilities.
• Four years of direct supervision in a multi-functional environment; equivalent combinations may satisfy supervision requirements.
• Experience working with O&M programs, safety protocols, and maintenance management practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, reliable operation and maintenance of hydroelectric assets at Leaburg-Walterville.
• Supervise union-represented staff and coordinate with engineering, environmental, compliance and other specialists.
• Develop and oversee O&M budgets and emergency preparedness activities.
• Act as Operations Chief within Incident Command System for site events.
• Plan, prioritize, and track capital improvements and major system modifications.

Skills

O&M planning

Power generation

O&M troubleshooting

Water storage & flow control

Asset management

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Staff engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Leaburg Walterville
Springfield, OR 97413, USA

Description

This posting opens Friday, September 25, 2026. Applications received by Monday October 19th will receive full consideration. Applications submitted after this date may not be reviewed, depending on application volume.

The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) seeks a Hydroelectric Generation Supervisor to lead the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of the Leaburg-Walterville Hydroelectric Project. This position supervises Hydroelectric Plant Technicians/Operators and support staff with expertise in electrical systems, mechanical systems, instrumentation and controls, and power generation equipment operation.

The team performs routine, emergent, and corrective maintenance and operations across a diverse range of hydroelectric assets, including dams, canals, waterways, fish passage systems, turbines and generators, electrical and control systems, and supporting facilities. Working closely with engineering, environmental, compliance, and other specialty staff, the department supports asset management, capital improvement projects, regulatory compliance, and dam safety, as well as planning and implementation of Leaburg decommissioning activities.

Reporting to the Electric Generation Manager, the supervisor provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of this multidisciplinary work, including supervising union-represented employees in accordance with a collective bargaining agreement, with a strong focus on safe operations and effective coordination across EWEB and with contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies. The position also oversees the department’s operations and maintenance budget and plays a key role in emergency preparedness and response, including serving as Operations Chief within EWEB’s Incident Command System for events affecting Leaburg-Walterville facilities.

Candidates for the Hydro Generation Supervisor position at EWEB must demonstrate strong skills in:

• Operations and Maintenance (O&M): Experience in the planning and implementation of O&M programs including supporting lock-out/tag-out protocols and related safety practices. Familiarity with time-based, preventative, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies as well as maintenance management software and equipment testing/commissioning practices. Familiarity with inventory management.
• Power Generation: Experience in providing O&M support for existing and new power generation and related systems, particularly hydroelectric power generation. Experience coordinating with engineering and other specialty disciplines to plan and implement capital improvements and major system modifications.
• O&M Troubleshooting: Experience in leading responses to emergent O&M events, including post-event investigation and resolution activities. Familiarity with root cause failure analyses and corrective work plan tracking. Skills in complex problem solving.
• Water Storage, Conveyance, and Flow Control: Familiarity with dams, canals, penstocks, flow control gates and valves, and ancillary facilities such as debris management systems.
• Asset Management: Familiarity with the development and use of asset management tools for prioritized upkeep of major infrastructure systems. Familiarity with performance benchmarking metrics and monitoring of key performance indicators. Familiarity with contracting for the purchase of equipment and services in support of O&M activities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with federal, state, and local laws related to power generation. Familiarity with documentation and reporting practices.
• Risk Management: Understanding of risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Staff Engagement: Experience setting goals, distributing workload, coordinating training, evaluating performance, and resolving conflicts.
• Communication: Professional written and verbal communication skills for O&M management, reporting, and public outreach.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this position is$133,792 - $178,390.

The starting pay offered will be established based on multiple factors, including the successful candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, and relevant experience, as well as internal equity. Consistent with EWEB’s compensation philosophy, it is not customary to place individuals at the high end of the salary range at the time of hire. Compensation decisions are made holistically to support fair, consistent, and equitable pay practices, considering the specific circumstances of each position and candidate.

Equivalency: EWEB will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience when reviewing applications. Candidates who do not meet all of the minimum qualifications, but whose application materials demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the position are encouraged to apply. We understand that valuable experience can be gained through various avenues, and we value diverse experiences and unique perspectives.

Experience:Eight (8) years of progressively responsible work experience in a directly related functional field which includes five (5) years of experience in the operations, maintenance, and/or capital improvement program implementation for electric generating facilities, and four (4) years of direct supervision in a multi-functional work environment. An equivalent combination of professional, senior, lead, or project management experience may satisfy the supervision requirement. Additional O&M experience at a power generating facility may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

Education:Bachelor’s degree in industrial operations, engineering, construction management, or related field.

Oregon driver license required:Yes, or the ability to acquire one within 30 days of hire.
Post offer background check required: Yes

Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

LOCATION
Work is conducted onsite at EWEB’s Leaburg-Walterville Hydroelectric Project, approximately 25 miles east of Eugene along the McKenzie River. Out-of-area candidates may be eligible for a relocation reimbursement.

WHY CHOOSE EWEB?
EWEB offers employees a progressive work culture devoted to providing excellent public service. Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity, innovation, involvement, teamwork, and professional development are supported and encouraged. EWEB is committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety, health, and well-being of its workforce and offers great benefits, including health care, vacation and sick leave, pension, holidays, wellness programs, an employee credit union, and more.

As a public utility, we do not operate to earn a profit or to serve the investment needs of stockholders. Instead, EWEB is chartered by the City of Eugene to serve the interests of its citizens. We are owned by the people of Eugene and it’s our job to provide reliable, affordable water and electricity for our customers.

WHY CHOOSE EUGENE?
It’s a city big enough to boast excellent restaurants, arts, and events, but small enough to still feel like a community. It’s also easy to get out of town, making it an ideal place for lovers of outdoor activities, with world-class opportunities for fishing, rafting, bicycling, hiking, and camping.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture, education, experience, physical ability and unique perspectives in our workplace. Attracting, retaining and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

TOBACCO, SMOKE AND VAPOR-FREE CAMPUS POLICY
EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air, appearance, and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees, contractors, volunteers, and visitors may not use, distribute, or sell tobacco.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
This description is intended to represent key areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Nothing in this description restricts EWEB's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Job descriptions may occasionally be updated, as necessary, to reflect evolving business needs.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTION STATEMENTThis application for this posting includes supplemental questions. Your responses will be scored and used to determine if you will proceed to the next step of the selection process. Please provide detailed answers to each question. Answers of “see resume” or similar will be considered incomplete and scored accordingly. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Education

Bachelors or better in Related Field.

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