Power Plant Operations Manager

Hobson Associates

St. Johnsbury (VT)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Stable work environment

Job summary

A renewable energy company in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, is seeking a hands-on leader to manage daily operations at a wood-fired biomass power plant. This role involves overseeing plant performance and operating staff, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in power generation, prior leadership skills, and a strong mechanical mindset. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, making it a stable career choice in the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

Experience in power generation or industrial plant operations.
Prior leadership or supervisory experience is required.
Strong mechanical and safety mindset necessary.
Comfortable working on the plant floor.

Responsibilities

Oversee control room and steam plant operators.
Monitor plant performance and troubleshoot issues.
Support startups, shutdowns, maintenance, and outages.
Manage fuel handling and ensure safety & environmental compliance.

Skills

Power generation experience

Leadership

Mechanical mindset

Safety awareness

Job description

Lead daily operations at a wood-fired biomass power plant. This hands-on leadership role oversees plant performance, operating staff, and safety while working closely with maintenance and fuel suppliers to keep the plant running efficiently and reliably.

What You’ll Do