Utilities Director Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Utilities Services Manager

  • State College, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 15 days ago

the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of utility services, plants, and distribution systems including electricity, steam, natural gas,pressed air, chilled water, potable water, wastewater...

Director, Utility Services

  • State College, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 16 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Office of Physical Plant is accepting applications for a Utilities Director to join our team....

Director, Utility Services

  • University Park, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • University Park, PA
  • 16 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Office of Physical Plant is accepting applications for a Utilities Director to join our team....

Operations Manager

  • York, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 18 days ago

Overview Henkels & McCoy (H&M) is an industry-leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure design, construction, and maintenance services for the power, oil & gas pipeline,...

Asset Operations Manager

  • West Chester, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • West Chester, PA
  • 21 days ago

Summary This asset operations manager role in Fleet Support Asset Data & Systems team is responsible for the management of the external customer asset data. This includes leading a team of...

Construction General Manager - Utilities Work

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 45+ days ago

General Manager - Underground Utilities Our Client is a well-established and respected construction company, is currently seeking a highly qualified General Manager to join their team and take on...

Deputy Project Manager

  • Aliquippa, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Aliquippa, PA
  • 28 days ago

We recruit the strongest candidates in the power generation industry. As a global service provider, we continually seek talented individuals....

Senior Project Manager

  • Aliquippa, PA
  • 29 days ago
  • Aliquippa, PA
  • 29 days ago

We recruit the strongest candidates in the power generation industry. As a global service provider, we continually seek talented individuals....

Sales Operations Manager

  • Pittston, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittston, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Pittston PA Sales Operations Manager Position at Benco Dental At Benco Dental our company is our family and we are looking for a new addition to assist us in Driving Dentistry Forward Please...

Electrical Operations Manager

  • Bryn Mawr, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA
  • 30+ days ago

The Electrical Operations Manager is responsible for managing electrical systems at continuously operating Water and Wastewater facilities....

Operations Manager - Lower Nazareth, PA

  • Easton, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Easton, PA
  • 30+ days ago

With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater...

Operations Manager

  • Ebensburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ebensburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago

energy alternatives....

Sr. Cybersecurity Operations Manager

  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouses mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable...

Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee - Northeast Area

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 45+ 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....

Central Utilities Manager - Facilities Management and Campus Services (FMCS)

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 60+ days ago

distribution system Manages assessment of utilities infrastructure....

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Salary for Utilities Director Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Directors in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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