Utilities Operations Manager Jobs

A Utilities Operations Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of utility departments such as electricity, gas, or water and ensuring regulatory compliance. They oversee planning, maintenance, and repair of utility infrastructure and systems, coordinate projects, and supervise staff. They analyze and improve operating processes, manage budgets, and ensure safety standards. Ensuring the consistent and efficient supply of utilities to consumers and resolving utility outages or issues are also key responsibilities.

Essential skills include strategic planning, project management, and strong leadership abilities. Knowledge in utility systems, regulations, and safety procedures is critical. They should have excellent problem-solving capabilities, and analytical skills, coupled with a strong understanding of budgeting and financial management. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is generally required, along with relevant industry certifications. Prior roles a person may have before stepping into this position include Utilities Operations Supervisor, Utilities Engineer, or Project Manager in a utilities company.

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San Gabriel Valley Water Co.

Vice President & Treasurer

JOB SUMMARY Under the direction and supervision of the President, supervises all corporate financial matters and is responsible for the financial well-being of the organization by providing...

Director, Utilities & Services

  • St Catharines, ON
  • 1 hour ago
  • St Catharines, ON
  • 1 hour ago

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper...

Operations Mgr

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Cutting Edge Decking LLC has an oppty for an Operations Mgr. Conduct audits to ensure adherence to production processes from receiving to shipping. Position based in Houston, TX. Hybrid position...

Production Wastewater Treatment Supervisor

  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 hours ago

About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States....

Assistant Service Operations Manager, Night Shift

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to...

Assistant Service Operations Manager

  • Canton, MA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 13 hours ago

About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to...

Utilities Manager, Infrastructure

  • Toronto, ON
  • 16 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 16 hours ago

Are you an experienced Utilities Manager with over 8 years of expertise in dry and wet utility construction? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! In this role, you will report directly...

Industry Architect (Consulting Solution Director) - Utilities

  • Boise, ID
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 18 hours ago

at Oracle in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Job Description Seeking a Utilities industry expert with Oracle ERP &/or Oracle SCM sales, presales &/or delivery experience. Industry: +...

Interim Public Utilities Director

  • Brainerd, MN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Brainerd, MN
  • 18 hours ago

Utility supervisory experience and knowledge of sustainable and renewable energy is preferred. Water and wastewater operations experience is desirable....

Operations Manager

  • Arlington, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Overview Company Summary MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and...

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Field Operations Manager

  • Belleview, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Belleview, FL
  • 1 day ago

Understands the operation, inspection, repair and maintenance of related water distribution system, wastewater collection system, wastewater pump stations and the wastewater treatment plant and disposal...

Operations Manager

  • Madison, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 1 day ago

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies....

Director, Utilities & Maintenance Services

  • Stanwood, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Stanwood, WA
  • 2 days ago

Review our brochure to learn more about the Utilities & Maintenance Services Director position: Recruiting Brochure The City of Marysville is seeking a Utilities & Maintenance Services Director to...

Deputy Utilities Director

  • Salina, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 2 days ago

Duties: Supervises staff & oversees & manages the operations of water (distribution & treatment) & wastewater (collection & treatment) systems under the direction of the Director of Utilities....

Program and Operations Manager - Construction

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago

The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program & Operations Manager Construction to oversee the execution of natural gas distribution capital...

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Salary for Utilities Operations Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Operations Managers 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
3.0%
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 Operations Managers
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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