Manager, Generation Asset Management

The Manager – Generation Asset Management leads the Generation Asset Management Department in the implementation of a sustainable asset management program for Chelan PUD's (District) Generation assets; focused on equipment inspection and condition assessment, reliability centered maintenance, risk assessment and input to capital allocation, and operations and maintenance planning. This position also supports utility wide asset management to ensure consistency and prioritization of resources, sets the tone for Asset Management with Generation and Transmission, and provides cross-functional leadership to other areas of the District.

 JOB FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job satisfactorily.   Essential functions are those activities that, if not performed, would significantly and fundamentally alter the position.   Secondary functions are activities not fundamental to the job and may need to be relaxed to accommodate an otherwise qualified applicant with a disability.  

 #   EF/SF % of Time   Job Functions

1. EF   20% Asset Management Leadership:   Provides leadership to the Generation Asset Management Department, and guidance for Transmission Asset Management in development and implementation of Asset Management (AM) practices and principals.
2. EF   15% Strategy:   Develop and maintain asset management strategies (high level and class), practices, processes and procedures.   Contributes to the District’s vision and values by contributing to strategic goals, specifically “Manage assets in a sustainable way”.
3. EF   10% Management:   Manage Asset Management Analysts and Documentation Specialists work, department budget, and contract services.
4. EF   10% Continuous Improvement:   Develop and continuously improve equipment inspection and condition assessment program(s) to meet District and business unit objectives.
5. EF   10% Reliability & Risk:   Support Asset Managers and subject matter experts in the performance of reliability centered maintenance, failure mode analysis and risk assessment.
6. EF   10% Develop and continuously improve condition-based maintenance processes designed to meet District and business unit objectives.
7. EF   10% Long Term Planning:   Develop and manage long term plans for equipment maintenance, upgrades and replacements.
8. EF   10% Stay abreast and remain knowledgeable of asset management standards and methodologies by conducting research, participating in user groups and standards organizations.
9. EF   5%   Collaboration:   Collaborates with other utility departments including Finance, Risk, Transmission, Distribution, Networks, and Water/Waste Water regarding utility wide asset management processes.

 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises approximately four (4) employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive salary range of $104,400 - $139,200 (based on qualifications, skills and abilities), Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.

 ABOUT US:

Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers.   A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.

We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.

Rated by Sunset Magazine as one of the top 20 Western DREAM TOWNS and by Forbes in 2017 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!

Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled