Manager of Operations
The Manager of Operations manages the Operations department of the Cooperative. Maintains outside distribution, transmission plant and substations; supervises the construction of distribution and transmission plant. Responsible for the completion, execution and reporting of the wildfire mitigation plan.
- Directs, schedules and supervises the work of department in a manner that ensures the work is done promptly, safely, economically and efficiently.
- Counsels and consults with members and departments on new and existing electrical facilities, as well as service problems and complaints.
- Maintains and schedules all required maintenance and compliance testing on all distribution, transmission and substation equipment.
- Responsible for and schedules all required right-of-way maintenance, including tree trimming and pole testing.
- Responsible for the completion and execution of the wildfire mitigation plan (WMP). Responsible for vetting current procedures and recommending changes or enhancements to build upon the strategies in the WMP. Report to the Board of Trustees annually the status of the WMP.
- Responsible for all rolling stock equipment and purchases.
- Assists with the maintenance of warehouse and grounds facility.
- Prepares annual Operations operating and capital budgets.
- Reports to General Manager of the events, schedules and status of personnel within the department.
- Reviews policies, rules, procedures and regulations essential to efficient operation of the operations departments and makes recommendations to the General Manager if changes are essential.
- Consults with the Cooperative’s Manager of Member Services, Materials, Safety & Compliance and General Manager for presentation and participation in the safety and training programs for department personnel.
- Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
ABOUT LEC
Lincoln Electric Cooperative, Inc. is a non-profit distribution electric cooperative headquartered in Eureka, Montana. Our 26 employees provide service to about 5,400 members with more than 6,800 meters on 1,022 miles of power line in portions of Lincoln and Flathead Counties. Lincoln Electric is provided wholesale power from Bonneville Power Administration via a purchasing agreement through membership in PNGC Power. Lincoln Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
ABOUT THE AREA
Lincoln Electric Cooperative is a rapidly growing cooperative serving almost 7,000 meters and over 1000 miles of line in beautiful northwest Montana. Eureka is located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. Within 10 minutes is Koocanusa Reservoir, numerous lakes, two 18-hole golf courses, and miles of hiking trails. It is also within 1.5 hours of Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, five ski resorts, and 10 additional golf courses.
ABOUT BENEFITS
Lincoln Electric Cooperative offers competitive salary and generous benefits package including:
- Pay range is $150k DOE
- Retirement Security Plan (2.0) and 401(k) Pension Plan through NRECA (4% base);
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee and their family;
- Life, dependent life, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance;
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability;
- 4-10 work schedule – Monday through Thursday 7:00 am – 5:30 pm; and
- Annual wellness incentive.