Maintenance Manager

CAMS is seeking a results-driven Operations Manager to oversee daily maintenance activities and all Outage activities at the Bethlehem Energy Center, a 875 MW gas fired combined cycle plant located in Glenmont, New York. This facility features three GE 7FA.04 gas turbines, and one D-11 steam turbine. The facility is interconnected to National Grid and sells power into the NYISO Market.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager leads a diverse team of 8 skilled professional and union-represented employees in maintaining fossil fuel power generation equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This role encompasses team supervision, resource management, budget oversight, and strategic planning to drive operational excellence and achieve reliability and cost objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and develop team members to foster a productive, inclusive, and compliant workforce.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance and outage activities, including work schedules, on-the-job training, and inspections, to ensure timely and high-quality execution.
• Manage procurement of tools, materials, and services, and oversee storeroom operations to align with inventory controls and business goals.
• Monitor and manage the maintenance budget, optimizing labor utilization, controlling costs, and minimizing overtime to meet financial targets.
• Ensure calibration, storage, and proper use of testing and measuring equipment while maintaining compliance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Collaborate on station and department strategic initiatives, supporting fleet-wide improvements and operational excellence goals.
• Streamline maintenance programs to enhance reliability, reduce costs, and align with organizational objectives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Plant Manager or senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or 8–10 years of relevant power plant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in power generation or outage management.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Required Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or comparable software applications.
• Experience with Hexagon EAM or similar work management systems.
• Fundamental knowledge of budgeting and cost reporting.
• Technical expertise in industrial operations, with an emphasis on power generation equipment and processes.
• Familiarity with relevant State, Federal, and Local regulations affecting power plant operations.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with competing priorities, balancing cost control and quality outcomes.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment that values diversity, respects varying perspectives, and leverages individual strengths.

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

CAMS offers a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional “al la carte” benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.