Utilities Operations Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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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Assistant Public Utilities Director

  • Louisburg, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisburg, NC
  • 3 days ago

Must possess or be able to obtain NC Grade B Water Distribution certification. Must possess or be able to obtain NC Grade C Well certification....

Maintenance & Utilities Manager

  • Mocksville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Mocksville, NC
  • 10 days ago

Title: Maintenance & Utilities Manager, Salaried, Shift not Applicable Req ID: 6660 City, State: Mocksville, NC Reports to: Corporate Maintenance Manager Classification: Exempt JOB DESCRIPTION...

Sr. Consulting Manager- Utilities

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 18 days ago

Were looking for someone who is strong IT consultant in the power generation (Utilities- Water/ Electricity) domain....

Operations Manager

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 21 days ago

Location Four Seasons Town Centre - 410 Four Seasons Town Centre Business At Brookfield Properties, we believe retail should be anything but typical. Its why were integrating shopping, dining,...

Vice President of Utility Sales, Northeast US

  • NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • NC
  • 30+ days ago

Remote Vice President of Utility Sales, Northeast US Hitachi Energy United States, North Carolina Jun 24, 2025 Hitachi's culture of innovation has been defined by our long and rich heritage of...

Engineering and Public Utilities Director

  • Rockingham, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rockingham, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Essential Functions Plans, organizes, directs and supervises building and grounds maintenance, solid waste and water and wastewater activities; ensures departmental activities are conducted safely and...

Water Treatment Plant Supervisor

  • Weaverville, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Weaverville, NC
  • 60+ days ago

this position performs a variety of supervisory and administrative duties and skilled, technical and maintenance work in the operation of a surface water treatment plant and its water production, wastewater...

Wind Operations Manager - Edenton, NC

  • Edenton, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Edenton, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Make a Difference with Vestas in the Renewable Energy Sector! Vestas focuses on the effective use of wind energy....

Assistant Director Utility Systems

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 90+ days ago

preventive maintenance (PM) program for the UD shop, evaluating and adjusting tasks as needed to improve program effectiveness Responsible for environmental engineering efforts by ensuring compliance with wastewater...

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Salary for Utilities Operations Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Operations Managers in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.5%
Master's Degree
24.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
High School or GED
11.1%
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 in North Carolina
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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