Utilities Operations Manager Jobs

A Utilities Operations Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of utility departments such as electricity, gas, or water and ensuring regulatory compliance. They oversee planning, maintenance, and repair of utility infrastructure and systems, coordinate projects, and supervise staff. They analyze and improve operating processes, manage budgets, and ensure safety standards. Ensuring the consistent and efficient supply of utilities to consumers and resolving utility outages or issues are also key responsibilities.

Essential skills include strategic planning, project management, and strong leadership abilities. Knowledge in utility systems, regulations, and safety procedures is critical. They should have excellent problem-solving capabilities, and analytical skills, coupled with a strong understanding of budgeting and financial management. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is generally required, along with relevant industry certifications. Prior roles a person may have before stepping into this position include Utilities Operations Supervisor, Utilities Engineer, or Project Manager in a utilities company.

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Operations Manager - T&D

  • Windham, NH
  • 9 days ago
  • Windham, NH
  • 9 days ago

energy projects....

Operations Manager

  • Fort Greely, AK
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fort Greely, AK
  • 6 hours ago

. - Direct field-level performance across power plant operations, HVAC, life safety systems, custodial services, and secure access attendants. - Support execution of contract deliverables including...

Field Operations Manager (Commissioning, Solar Construction)

  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 hours ago

Company Overview MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors and White Construction, combines over 20+ years of renewable energy construction experience....

Assistant Director, Public Utilities/Engineering

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 19 hours ago

Knowledge of environmental laws regulating utilities, storm water, wastewater, and water departments. Knowledge of government procurement laws and practices....

Water Treatment Plant Operator Supervisor (Water Treatment Plant Foreman)

  • Sandstone, MN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Sandstone, MN
  • 19 hours ago

Supervises the construction alteration, repair, modification and operation of all equipment at the water treatment plant, sewage lift station and NERT basin ponds....

Gas Operations Manager - Analytics & Process)

  • PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • PA
  • 20 hours ago

Our company is one of the most significant publicly traded water, wastewater service and natural gas providers in the U.S....

Regional Project Operations Manager - Design Build Projects

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 20 hours ago

to renewable energy and smart grid engineering, and a wide range of other power focused projects....

Commissioning Operations Manager - Salt Lake City, UT - #113854

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago

Power Your Greatness PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability inclusion &...

Engineering Manager - Utilities

  • Upland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Upland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Join our team as an Engineering Manager - Utilities! Are you a passionate and experienced engineering leader ready to drive innovation and mentor high-performing teams? We're looking for an...

Field Services Manager - PMSC Operations Manager

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

What You’ve Accomplished Completion of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree At least 12 years of directly related experience Technical expertise in nuclear plant...

Supervises the construction alteration, repair, modification and operation of all equipment at the water treatment plant, sewage lift station and NERT basin ponds....

Flight Operations Manager

  • Issaquah, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Issaquah, WA
  • 1 day ago

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry....

Director, Utility Services

  • Penn, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Penn, PA
  • 1 day ago

treatment, and chilled water systems....

Area Operations Manager - Franklinton, LA

  • Franklinton, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklinton, LA
  • 1 day ago

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We own an interest in or operate approximately 79,000 miles of pipelines and 139 terminals. Our pipelines...

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period, and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being...

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Salary for Utilities Operations Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Operations Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Master's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
High School or GED
11.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Utilities Operations Managers
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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