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Mgr, Area Service

BHE Renewables

Salary undisclosed

Reno, NV, United StatesFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ensures timely construction, continuity, and reliability of electric service by organizing and directing the construction, operating/maintenance, and trouble response personnel.

Ensures availability of appropriate equipment, materials, and other resources for the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution systems.

Maintains public and employee safety by directing safety programs in accordance with company safety rules, practices and procedures, local, state, and federal regulations; assumes environmental leadership role.

Maintains electric systems reliability and quality of service to existing customers within budget constraints through implementation and management of facilities maintenance programs.

Prepares and maintains records and reports to provide reference material for district use, budgeting, claims and other company departments.

Ensures safety, integrity and availability of electric system through its safe operation by providing controlling party functions.

Represents the company as the front-line executive and deliver company messaging, develop company culture, and drive company direction on a daily basis with employees.

Maintains a culture of mutual respect and hold employees accountable to all safety and Company rules/policies.

Monitors and enforces all compliance requirements for area of responsibility.

May be required to be on call on nights or weekends in support of front-line operations

Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Performs related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment

Education and Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school (or) a journeyman lineman certification and five (5) years of related experience with a minimum of 2 years experiences in managing teams or leading work groups.

Candidates that do not possess a bachelor’s degree (or) journeyman lineman certificate must have 9 years’ experience with a minimal of 2 years experiences in managing teams or leading work groups.  

Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of:
Power line construction, operating, and maintenance practices

All federal state, and local safety/compliance regulations affecting distribution operation

Customer service business practices, policies, and procedures.

Demonstrated skills such as:
Analytical, interpersonal, customer service and communication

Leadership, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and labor management

Managing a 24x7 operations organization, often remotely located.

Equipment and Applications
PCs, word processing, spreadsheet and database software.  

Work Environment and Physical Demands
Required to bend, stoop, reach, or stand for extended periods. May be required to work outside of normal business hours.

Note: Immigration Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but is NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For more information regarding work visas, please visit www.uscis.gov.

 

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

About this role

BHE Renewables is seeking an Area Service Manager in Reno to oversee the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution systems across a service territory. You'll lead teams responsible for keeping power flowing reliably to customers, managing everything from facility maintenance programs and equipment resources to safety compliance and emergency response. The role requires balancing operational demands with budget constraints while representing the company to both employees and the public.

This position calls for someone with substantial experience in power distribution—either a bachelor's degree plus related work, a journeyman lineman certification with five years in the field, or nine years of equivalent experience. You'll need demonstrated knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, safety and compliance regulations, and customer service principles, along with strong leadership, problem-solving, and labor management skills. Comfort with 24/7 operations management, basic computer systems, and occasional after-hours availability are essential.

The role is based in Reno and requires in-office presence. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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