Mgr Sub Cnst Opers & Apprt

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Job Definition

Manages the construction and operation of the District’s 115 kV to12 kV substations and 115 kV switching stations. Manages the maintenance activities of all transformers, apparatus and protective relays. Leads emergency response team for systems failures, malfunctions or other problems. Works jointly with the Manager of Substation Engineering in providing strategic oversight of the District’s Substation Capital and O&M Plan. Build morale, manage, organize, plan, schedule work, personal and other resources to ensure a safe, efficient, cost-effective operation that facilitate alignment with District goals and objectives.

The Manager of Substation Construction and Apparatus provides leadership and strategic direction for the District's substation construction, maintenance, apparatus, and protective relay programs. This position is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of substation assets through effective planning, resource management, and workforce leadership. The Manager leads a represented workforce, promotes employee development and engagement, and drives continuous improvement initiatives that support system reliability and the District's long-term strategic goals. Safety is the highest priority and is embedded in all activities, decisions, and leadership practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee routine and emergency maintenance programs for substations, ensuring equipment reliability, system integrity , and compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements.

• Supervise, mentor, coach and develop a team that includes IBEW Local 77 represented employees; foster a positive labor management relationship and ensures consistent application of the collective bargaining agreement.

• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, resource plans, and performance metrics for construction, maintenance and protective relay work and testing.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and regulations (NESC), IEEE, OSHA, LNI, utility specific standards , environmental requirements, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, AND
• Four (4) years of related utility experience;

OR

• Eight (8) years of related utility experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Engineering.

Minimum Required License(s) and/or Certification(s):

• Valid Washington State Driver's License with a good driving record
• The manager is required to preform crew visits, site inspections and business travel.

Preferred Licenses(s) and/or Certifications(s):

• Professional Engineer's license

You can find the full job description for this position, including accountabilities, required skills and abilities, and physical and mental demands and working conditions, on the following pages: Manager, Substation Construction Operations & Apparatus.