Electrical Engineering and Operations Manager - Light Department

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR RESUME VIA INDEED EASY APPLY!! WE WILL NOT RESPOND TO ANY “RESUME ONLY APPLICANTS”.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST GO TO THE CITY OF CENTRALIA WEBISTE AT www.cityofcentralia.com TO GET DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY! APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS LISTED ON THE CITY WEBSITE POSTING WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

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Open: January 22, 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 July 15, 2026.

NOTE: Resumes may be submitted, but will NOT be accepted in lieu of the City’s application form.

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR RESUME VIA INDEED EASY APPLY!! WE WILL NOT RESPOND TO ANY “RESUME ONLY APPLICANTS”.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST GO TO THE CITY OF CENTRALIA WEBISTE AT www.cityofcentralia.com TO GET DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY! APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS LISTED ON THE CITY WEBSITE POSTING WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

The City of Centralia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity and access regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabled veteran status, veteran status, physical, mental or sensory disability. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City will provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities during the selection process, if requested. Please notify Personnel of the accommodation needed, preferably at the time of applying. Only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States are eligible for employment. All new employees will be required to complete and sign an Employment Eligibility Verification form and present documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility.

Pay: $10,652.00 - $13,086.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10,652 - $13,086