Engineering and Operations Manager - City Light Department

Engineering and Operations Manager

• City Light Department City of Centralia

• Centralia, WA Posted:

  4/15/2026

•

Expires:

7/14/2026

Job ID:

285225409

Job Description Open:

January 26, 2026

Closes:

Open until filled, next review of applications May 11, 2026

Status:

full-time, non-represented, exempt

Salary:

$10,652

• $13,086/mo (Table 0, Range 25
• 2026 rates)

GENERAL FUNCTION

Directs, plans, organizes and designs the work of the engineering activities of the City Light Department in the construction, operation and maintenance of the electric transmission, distribution, and substation systems. Supervise engineering, substation, meter shop personnel, and consultants involved in the system planning, design, construction, substation operations, and metering for the Department. This classification description reflects the general concept and intent of the classification and should not be construed as a detailed statement of all the work requirements that may be inherent in a position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or closely-related field of study. Extensive experience in planning, design, specification preparation, maintenance, project cost estimating and scheduling (typically achieved after 10 years' practice as a degreed engineer). Must be a registered Professional Engineer (must hold a Washington State license or be seeking registration in Washington State). Must have a valid Washington State driver's license with acceptable driving record.

BENEFITS

• Vacation and Sick leave accruals, 12 paid Holidays which includes one (1) floating holiday
• Up to two (2) weeks executive leave annually
• Medical, dental and vision insurance options
• City paid $105,000 life insurance
• Long-term disability plan
• Washington State Retirement Systems (PERS)
• Participation in VEBA (Health Reimbursement Account)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Choice of two (2) Employee contributed Deferred Compensation Plans

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply please submit a City of Centralia employment application which can be found at: https://www.cityofcentralia.com/Jobs.aspx along with a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Office, PO Box 609 /118 W Maple, Centralia, WA 98531 or e-mail. Open until filled, next review of applications will be on May 11, 2026.

EOE NOTE

Resumes may be submitted, but will NOT be accepted in lieu of the City's application form. Job Summary Company Details Company City of Centralia Industry Other General Government Support Job Information Location Centralia, WA Website http://www.cityofcentralia.com/ Job Type Full Time Employee Education Level Bachelor's degree Job Position 1 Position(s) Open Salary/Wage $10,652.00

• $13,086.

00 /month Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Testing Required Reference checks Federal Contractor No Affirmative Action Plan No