Director Thermal Operations

The successful candidate will oversee and direct the administrative, operational, maintenance and growth activities of the Thermal Division’s Steam and Chilled Water business units while ensuring a safe, productive and collaborative work environment for all employees. Provide a business atmosphere that

promotes customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance, meaningful work, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with all areas of the Trust and outside agencies to develop and implement strategies to sustain and grow the Thermal business units and to support the Trust.

Citizens Energy Group offers a competitive salary and benefits including

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Wellness Program
• Adoption and tuition assistance
• Employee Credit Union
• PTO and Paid Holidays

Minimum Salary $144,600 (Grade 15)

If you are looking for a new opportunity, we invite you to apply and talk about the possibilities of starting a rewarding new chapter of your career!

• Ensure safe and productive work environment for all employees and

Compliance With Environmental Laws, Permits, And Other Legal Requirements

set by Federal, State and city entities.

• Provide direction and leadership to promote a business that is a value to the Trust, to its customers and to each community.
• Communicate and develop relationships with individual customers, outside entities and government agencies.
• Direct, counsel and collaborate immediate and near term operating activity including cost control, budgets, financial reports, operating levels, environmental policy, fuel procurement, customer service and performance metrics.
• Provide direction, support and actively participate in the Utility marketing, planning and business process improvements.
• Ensure Internal Control requirements are met.
• Communicate with the Union leadership to maintain harmonious relations.
• B.S in a technical field and /or management with business experience in the utility industry.
• At least 10 years operating and general management experience, with a concentration in the utility industry

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Experience and skill using Oracle.
• Experience managing bargaining unit employees.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of power plant operations including water chemistry, combustion, and controls.
• Knowledge of chilled water plant operations including water chemistry and controls.

Job Posting Deadline Friday, March 7, 2025

Citizens is a drug-free, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.