Utilities Director Jobs in North Carolina

A Utilities Director plays a crucial role in the utilities industry, overseeing the operations of utilities services such as water, gas, electric, or wastewater departments within a city or county. They are responsible for the planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the activities and operations of the utilities department. This includes the development and implementation of policies and procedures, managing and participating in the development and administration of the department budget, and coordinating activities with other departments and outside agencies.

Notable skills and certifications a Utilities Director should have include a strong understanding of engineering principles, excellent managerial skills, a strong ability to communicate effectively, and a good understanding of regulatory affairs and public administration. Certifications like a Professional Engineer (PE) license or Certified Public Works Manager (CPWM) can be advantageous. Prior roles before becoming a Utilities Director may include Utilities Manager, City Engineer, or Public Works Director. Each of these roles provides the necessary experience in managing utilities and a deep understanding of the various technical aspects involved in the provision of such services.

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Operations Manager

  • Boone, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 7 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Position Summary This position represents Wind River Environmental internally and externally in a positive and professional manner. Responsible for "Wowing"...

Water Treatment Plant Supervisor

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 8 days ago

Desires a Wastewater certification. . Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of water treatment. Knowledge of federal, state and local drinking water regulations....

Director of Public Utilities

  • Albemarle, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Albemarle, NC
  • 8 days ago

Extensive experience in managing public utilities, including electric distribution, water treatment, wastewater management, and customer service operations....

Water Treatment Plant Supervisor

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 10 days ago

Desires a Wastewater certification. . Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of water treatment. Knowledge of federal, state and local drinking water regulations....

Sustainable Operations Manager

  • Durham, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 14 days ago

What this job involves: Key responsibilities include: Develop and execute energy management or sustainability strategy. Implement energy and sustainability programs to reach objectives....

Director of Utility Operations

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 21 days ago

Energy Manager, LEED AP, Certified Facilities Management Professional Experience in utility system operations or energy management Experience in higher education Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge...

Power & Utilities Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 26 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 26 days ago

A minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in power generation, recovery operations, and turbine systems....

Sr. Manager Utilities

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Reynolds American is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for...

Assistant Director Utility Systems

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ 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...

Regional Safety Operations Manager

  • Concord, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Concord, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Crystal Clean (CC) is one of the nation's leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to...

Operations Manager

  • Shelby, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Shelby, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Operations Manager Company: Versalift Forestry, a TIME Manufacturing Company Location: Shelby, North Carolina About TIME Manufacturing Company TIME Manufacturing Company is an...

Assistant Director Utilities Services

  • Greenville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

from three (3) multi-chiller central plants to min-split systems including complex computer control operating system for building automation; plumbing system for domestic and well water systems and wastewater...

Operations Manager - Landfill

  • Aulander, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Aulander, NC
  • 60+ days ago

As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028....

LF Operations Manager

  • Polkton, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Polkton, NC
  • 60+ days ago

Join Waste Connections, Inc., and Connect with Your Future! Who Are We? WASTE CONNECTIONS, Inc. (NYSE: WCN) We are an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection,...

Sr. Instrumentation & Electrical Operations Manager

  • Bowdens, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bowdens, NC
  • 60+ days ago

, HMI's & SCADA systems including Rockwell/Allen Bradley, Wonderware, Siemens, GE Fanuc, Emerson DeltaV, Schneider Electric and/or Modicon Troubleshoot I/O's Oil & Gas (Midstream preferred), Water/Wastewater...

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Salary for Utilities Director Jobs in North Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Directors in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Master's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
High School or GED
11.2%
Associate's Degree
8.9%
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 Directors 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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