Municipal Power Plant & Substation Manager

Oxford Senior Living; Gardner (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Gardner seeks a Power Plant Manager to lead power generation facilities, substations, and transmission networks. You will mentor field staff, enforce safety and regulatory standards, and align operations with city-wide strategic goals.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, 7+ years in the utility sector, and prior supervisory experience. A strong focus on cross‑functional teamwork and data-driven decisions is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related field.
• Licensure as valid driver’s license is required.
• 7+ years in power generation/ municipal utility with supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for power generation, substations, and transmission networks.
• Direct operations across multiple utility divisions including water and wastewater.
• Ensure safety, compliance, and operational discipline in field activities.
• Coordinate with regional energy boards and market operations.
• Oversee CIP projects, vendor bids, and multi-year budgets.

Skills

Executive leadership

Multi-utility operations

Field discipline

Strategic communications

System analytics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Lucity CMMS

Job description

The City of Gardner seeks a Power Plant Manager to lead power generation facilities, substations, and transmission networks. You will mentor field staff, enforce safety and regulatory standards, and align operations with city-wide strategic goals.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, 7+ years in the utility sector, and prior supervisory experience. A strong focus on cross‑functional teamwork and data-driven decisions is essential.