Operations and Maintenance Supervisor

Overview

Operations & Maintenance Supervisor

Work Location:

Aberdeen, SD

Pay range: $83,600 to $139,300 per year

Employment Status:
Regular Full-time

External candidates apply at  Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

About this position:
This position is under the general direction of the SD Production Superintendent, and performs leadership duties that will ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the South Dakota generation assets. Performs all duties in compliance with plant policies, procedures, rules, and regulations pertaining to operations, safety, conduct, and housekeeping. Protects the generation assets in machinery, equipment and facilities by exercising care, skill and knowledge.

North Western Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 people and serve over 800,000 customers. Benefits include:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (including counseling sessions for employees, spouses and dependents)
• Life Insurance (basic employee policy; spouse and dependent insurance available)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay with performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off from day one plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

• Oversee monitoring, inspection, and control of all power production, auxiliary and facility equipment to ensure safe, legal, continuous and efficient operation. Ensure plant emissions and effluents are within limits. Take action to prevent safety violations, environmental excursions, or production loss.
• Report discrepancies in operation and/or conditions in a timely manner
• Provide general direction to subordinate classifications
• Direct operations and maintenance staff in the inspection, repair, and operation of the SD generation assets
• Assist in training and development of Operations and Maintenance Staff
• Perform tasks in the qualification program for the Plant Staff
• Relieve Plant Operators during personnel shortages or emergency operations
• On a limited basis, perform hands-on operational maintenance repairs and assist others making repairs to equipment
• Generate maintenance work order requests and purchase requisition requests; familiar with SAP
• Assist SD Superintendent in development and monitoring of plant budgets, operating plan, and development of technicians; perform other duties as assigned
• Continually develop knowledge of the Plant and power plants in general
• Provide hands-on leading-edge approaches to the facility's safety, health and training program
• Assist the Compliance Coordinator with the Environmental QA/QC program and regulatory compliance
• Prepare and submit required reports
• Oversee daily upkeep of plant logs and records
• Oversee the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program and database
• Responsible for inventory management and procurement
• Maintain the plant Operations Manuals and ensure operating policies and procedures are up-to-date
• Be able to work extended hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work as required
• Perform individual lifts and handle equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• On-call status may be required periodically
• All North Western Energy employees must adhere to safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure actions align with North Western Energy's values, mission, and strategic objectives

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or equivalent work experience required
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• 5+ years of power plant or similar experience
• Experience operating and maintaining dual-fuel combustion turbines and reciprocating internal combustion engines; preference for familiarity with Solar, Caterpillar, and Mitsubishi equipment
• At least 2 years of supervising represented technical, supervisory and administrative personnel
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to lead and motivate the workforce while maintaining collaboration, accountability, and performance standards
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (certification available at no cost)

Requisition #4882

Posting Dates:
October 29, 2025 through November 12, 2025

Department/Division:
Energy Supply

Employment Physical:
Required

Drug Test:
Required

Background Check:
Required

Relocation Benefit:
Negotiable

Telecommuting:
None

Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability,…