Utilities Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois

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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Associate Director, Utilities Engineering

  • AbbVie, Inc
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago

Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of...

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Regional Operations Manager, Wind

  • TerraForm Power Inc
  • Champaign, IL
  • 26 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 26 days ago

energy, power generation, or industrial operations Experience managing multiple sites or complex operational portfolios Direct experience in wind operations and maintenance (O&M) Working knowledge...

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SAP Finance Transformation Senior Manager - Utilities

  • Accenture
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description We Are: Are you ready to step into the heart of digital transformation in one of the world's most critical - and most dynamic - industries? The Utilities Industry is transforming...

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North America Utilities Manager

  • McCain Foods
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Job Title: North America Utilities Manager Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL, Nationwide United States, USA Company: McCain Foods Industry Sector: Food/Processing Industry Type: Food &...

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Site Water Treatment Operations Manager

  • 3M
  • Cordova, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cordova, IL
  • 45+ days ago

direction for the sites water treatment processes....

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NA Utilities Manager - Production Facilities

  • McCain Foods Limited
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 60+ days ago

NA Utilities Manager - Production Facilities Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Grade: Grade 05 Requisition ID: 40138 In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating...

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Manager Utilities

  • McCain
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Position Title: Manager Utilities Position Type: Regular - Full-Time Grade: Grade 05 Requisition ID: 40138 In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating...

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SAP Finance Transformation Manager - Utilities

  • Accenture
  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description We Are: Are you ready to step into the heart of digital transformation in one of the world's most critical - and most dynamic - industries? The Utilities Industry is transforming...

In Person

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Utilities Operations Manager Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Operations Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.3%
Master's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
High School or GED
11.1%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
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 in Illinois
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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