Job Description
Summary
The Plant Manager, Peaking & Hydro (P&H), is responsible for directing work at the Beluga, Cooper Lake and Eklutna Power Plants. Additionally, this position manages that an adequate supply of personnel, tools, equipment, and spare parts are available to provide for the safe and efficient operation of each plant in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions•Provide management and supervision for plant supervisory and operational personnel.
•Responsible for developing safety procedures and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained.
•Responsible for selecting, training, supervising, and developing personnel.
•Manage, plan, organize and execution of maintenance, maintenance outages and plant modifications.
•Manage that plant activities are performed in compliance with company policy, state and federal regulations and accepted industry standards.
•Responsible for Operations, Maintenance and Capital budget development, tracking, control and reporting.
•Representing Chugach’s interest in Eklutna Hydro Power Plant.
•Manage development and revision of formal plant processes including procedures, plans and checklists.
•Operate company vehicles including cars, and trucks.
•Other duties as assigned.
Relationships
Internal
•VP, Power Production: Reports to, receives direction from and consults with.
•P&H Managers: Supervise, train, monitor performance and gives direction to.
•Manager, Power Supply Administration: Coordinate with for purchase and delivery of materials and equipment for project requirements.
•Other Chugach departments: Coordinate and consult with; provide assistance to and receive information from.
External
•Bargaining Unit Representatives
•Federal, State and Local Permitting Agencies: Coordinate and consult with.
•Consultants: Obtain required plans, specifications, and other technical support.
•Contractors: Coordinate and give direction to.
Competencies
•Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and components.
•Knowledge of gas turbines, steam turbines, and power generation systems.
•Current knowledge of electrical, mechanical and controls maintenance techniques and procedures.
•Establish and administer programs of plant maintenance, operations, and safety, planning, scheduling and budgeting.
•Accept responsibility for own and subordinates’ activities and actions.
•Ability to train and coach personnel.
•Ability to supervise and direct department and contract staff.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has the supervisory responsibility for the P&H Operations Manager, P&H Maintenance Manager, Beluga Operations Supervisors, and Engineers.
Work Environment
Must travel by aircraft and car to and from plant sites in all weather. Requires approximately 25% of year be spent away from home at a remote site. Required to work hours in excess of a normal workday. This will include infrequent periods of around the clock work during periods of emergencies and equipment testing. Will be required to work in areas of high noise levels, as well as occasional periods of work in extreme high or low temperatures.
Minimum Qualifications And Experience
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field, required.
Experience
Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in electric utility technical field including supervisory, required. Experience in power generation prime movers, generators, boilers, water chemistry, controls, industrial maintenance, project management, preferred. Experience working in a union environment preferred.
Substitution
Additional experience in the electrical utility industry or related fields may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Company Description
Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.
A little more about
us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!
Chugach's Corporate Vision
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.
Chugach's Corporate Mission
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.
Chugach's Corporate Values
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.
Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.
Benefits
HEALTH BENEFITS
Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:•Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
•Health Savings Account (HSA)
FINANCIAL SECURITY
•Defined Benefit (Pension)
•Retirement Investment services
•Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
•Supplemental Life Insurance
•Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)
WORK, LIFE & HEALTH
•20 days vacation for first year of employment
•9 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
•Employee Assistance Program
•MetLife Will Preparation
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