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Engineering and Operations Manager - City Light Department
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City of Centralia
Centralia, WA (In Person)
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Job Description
Engineering and Operations Manager
- City Light Department City of Centralia
Centralia, WA Posted:
4/15/2026
Expires:
7/14/2026Job ID:
285225409Job Description Open:
January 26, 2026Closes:
Open until filled, next review of applications May 11, 2026Status:
full-time, non-represented, exemptSalary:
$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.