Manager, Gas Maintenance

Associated Electric Cooperative; Dell (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top pay

401(k) with generous match

PTO and paid holidays

Health, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Associated Electric Cooperative seeks a Manager, Gas Maintenance to lead a skilled team ensuring safe, reliable operation of a combined cycle power plant. You will drive maintenance strategy, outages, and continuous improvement across the plant to deliver dependable power.

The role requires 8+ years in power plant maintenance with 5 years in leadership, strong knowledge of turbines, rotating equipment, and control systems, and experience with budgeting and contractor management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or eight years of combined cycle power plant experience, including five years leading maintenance personnel.
• Strong knowledge of combustion turbines, rotating equipment, predictive maintenance, and plant mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience leading maintenance planning, outages, budgeting, and contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability-centered maintenance, outage planning, and maintenance operations for plant equipment.
• Coach, develop, and support a high-performing maintenance team while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Manage maintenance schedules, budgets, contractors, and the CMMS to maximize equipment reliability.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and implement solutions that improve long-term plant performance.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Outage planning

Root cause analysis

Budgeting

Contractor management

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network!

From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth.

As a Manager, Gas Maintenance, you will lead a skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping our combined cycle power plant operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. You'll drive maintenance strategy, outage execution, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement while partnering across the plant to deliver dependable power to the members and communities we serve.

What You'll Do

• Lead reliability-centered maintenance, outage planning, and maintenance operations for plant equipment.
• Coach, develop, and support a high-performing maintenance team while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Manage maintenance schedules, budgets, contractors, and the CMMS to maximize equipment reliability.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and implement solutions that improve long-term plant performance.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or eight years of combined cycle power plant experience, including five years leading maintenance personnel.
• Strong knowledge of combustion turbines, rotating equipment, predictive maintenance, and power plant mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience leading maintenance planning, outages, budgeting, and contractor management.

What Associated provides:

• We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.
• Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve.
• We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work.
• Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700+ employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on!

Equal Opportunity Statement:

AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Please reference the contact information below if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.

An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.