What are the responsibilities and job description for the Distribution Manager position at PacifiCorp?
Job Summary
PacifiCorp is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Distribution Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of an electric utility in a geographic territory. The successful candidate will establish and implement business objectives, strategies, and plans, manage and allocate financial and employee resources, and implement and support company programs and policies.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in activities related to the planning, design, building, maintenance, switching, and control of the electrical distribution and transmission systems.
- Analyze market and competition to identify external threats and opportunities.
- Adapt strategy to changing conditions by overcoming resistance and supporting those affected by change.
- Implement strategic business objectives, strategies, and plans in support of the company's strategic goals.
- Manage and allocate financial and employee resources.
- Establish and adhere to department budget.
- Promote safety in the workplace through demonstrated leadership.
- Respond to after-hour emergencies relating to the electrical system.
- Manage schedules and complete the annual substation maintenance plan and/or capital work.
- Perform inspections and field audits of the substation maintenance and/or capital work performed.
- Ensure a zero-accident workplace message is delivered in a convincing manner on a regular basis.
- Interview, hire, train, coach, and develop employees.
- Implement and deliver more efficient ways to perform the job.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience in the electric utility or related industry.
- Completion of the Assistant Manager training program or equivalent amount of directly related electrical or utility experience.
- Previous supervisory experience or completion of the Assistant Manager training program.
- Demonstrated management, administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and influence employees.
- Proficiency with computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and mainframe applications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conduct business and work with employees while understanding that information acquired in this position is confidential and must be treated as such in all communications.
- Travel may be required.
- Valid driver's license is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- A minimum of five years of experience in distribution operations, maintenance, and construction.
- Thorough knowledge of labor agreements, accident prevention manuals, code requirements, personnel procedures, budgeting, and general company policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of electrical system construction, operation, and maintenance practices.
Additional Information
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 15.00% of salary.
Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave.
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