Senior Hydro Plant Maintenance Manager

Jobtome; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 143,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero cost medical, dental, and vision

Washington state retirement (PERS)

Paid leave & holidays

Education assistance

Flex spending accounts

Job summary

Chelan County Public Utility District (Chelan PUD) in Washington State seeks a seasoned maintenance leader to oversee power plant reliability for multiple hydro facilities. The role directs maintenance staff and coordinates with operations and engineering to sustain low-cost, safe power production.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in power plant maintenance with supervisory experience, strong scheduling skills, and a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Education: Journeyman Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of skilled trade, professional, and/or supervisory work experience in power plant or power system engineering, operations and/or maintenance.
• Two years of successful supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise plant maintenance crews and utility personnel to meet work plans and District goals.
• Ensure safe, efficient, cost-effective maintenance of generation facilities.
• Administer Collective Bargaining Agreement and participate in labor management meetings.
• Oversee development of master work schedules and project plans for assigned plants.
• Develop and manage budgets, procure equipment and parts, and monitor costs.

Skills

Hydro plant operations

Leadership

Scheduling & planning

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman Certification or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Primavera

Maximo Asset Management

PeopleSoft Time Entry/HRIS

Microsoft Project

Job description

Chelan County Public Utility District (Chelan PUD) in Washington State seeks a seasoned maintenance leader to oversee power plant reliability for multiple hydro facilities. The role directs maintenance staff and coordinates with operations and engineering to sustain low-cost, safe power production.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in power plant maintenance with supervisory experience, strong scheduling skills, and a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.