Wind Operations Supervisor in GLENROCK, Wyoming at PacifiCorp

Wind Operations Supervisor
location: GLENROCK, WY, US, 82637
Company: PacifiCorp

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

This position is responsible for functional oversight of a location or segment of a larger department. Directs the activities of wind generation technicians, wind generation contractors and wind generation technician crew leaders to achieve safe, efficient, environmentally compliant and cost-effective wind powered electrical generation. Ensures work is planned, prioritized, scheduled and performed in a cost-effective manner.

• Plan and manage the work of the functional group.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by observing safety and security procedures, and reporting/correcting potentially unsafe conditions as outlined in the PacifiCorp Accident Prevention Manual.

• Oversee daily maintenance activities in the assigned area of wind plants, in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures and guidelines.

• Hold supervised employees accountable to work safely and productively.

• Ensure the timely and reliable maintenance of the assigned wind plant facilities.

• Supervise represented and/or contract employees within the guidelines of the applicable working agreements and enforce.

• As assigned by a wind operations manager, responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and development of employees.

• Perform project management responsibilities on unit outages, major overhauls and other projects as assigned.

• Prepare Scope of Work documents necessary to obtain firm pricing for contractor work.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, including Administration, Engineering, and Operations.

• Implement business objectives, strategies and plans.

• Establish, monitor and control costs.

• Lead the functional team; direct day-to-day activities, and provide guidance and recommendations.

• Provide input into team employee performance reviews. Flag performance and personnel issues for people manager resolution.

• The equivalent combination of journeymen level experience and education or bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.

• A minimum of five years of maintenance experience in a wind plant, power plant or industrial facility.

• Must be flexible and available in responding to after-hour emergencies.

• Commitment and dedication to manage projects or assignments through completion.

• Ability to use computer applications for written communication, planning, budgeting and project scheduling.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate expectations, provide feedback, and work collaboratively with other departments.

• Leadership and teamwork skills to develop and promote cooperative working relationships within their crew, other maintenance crews and among departments.

• Ability to make timely decisions.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.

• Bachelors degree in related field

• Knowledge of wind plant operations and wind plant systems.

• Familiarity with maintenance management systems.

• Familiarity with preventative maintenance systems.

• Familiarity with precision maintenance practices.

• Technical knowledge and problem solving skills for maintenance of equipment used in wind power generation.

• Experience with bargaining unit environments and collective bargaining agreements.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools and SAP.

• Previous experience as a maintenance supervisor at an industrial facility, power plant, or wind plant.

At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle

Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.

• Life insurance

• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.

Work Life Balance

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)

• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Bereavement Leave

• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

For more information, please visit: https://careers.pacificorp.com/content/New-Benefits-Page/?locale=en_US

Req Id: 114650
Company Code: PACIFICORP #PM25
Primary Location: GLENROCK 100% ONSITE Occasional travel to other sites may be required.
Department: Power Supply
Schedule: Full-Time
Personnel Subarea: Exempt
Hiring Range: 102,000 - 140-250

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

Nearest Major Market: Wyoming
Nearest Secondary Market: Casper
Career Segment: Power Plant Operator, Facilities, Power Plant, Operations Manager, Wind Energy, Energy, Operations