Operations Manager

Overview

A well‑established, community‑centered energy leader is hiring an Operations Manager to join its team in Ryegate, VT. This role will oversee day‑to‑day operations at its biomass power plant while being groomed to step into Plant Manager responsibilities as part of a planned succession. The position blends hands‑on control room expertise with people leadership, safety ownership, and operational decision‑making.

You’ll lead shift personnel, ensure safe and compliant power generation, and serve as the bridge between field execution and executive priorities. They’re looking for a proven power plant operations leader who can run the control room, lead people with authority and calm, and take ownership of plant performance.

• Lead daily operations of a wood‑fueled biomass power plant
• Supervise operations staff across shifts, including Control Room and Steam Plant Operators
• Fully qualify to run the plant, including start‑ups and shutdowns in the control room
• Review logs, performance data, and DCS readings to identify and resolve issues
• Conduct safety walk‑downs and enforce strict safety and environmental standards
• Coordinate fuel supply, inventory management, and ash handling logistics
• Schedule and direct maintenance activities with O&M teams
• Manage operational budgets, reporting, and compliance documentation
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to maximize efficiency and uptime
• Support hiring, training, and retention of operations personnel
• Contribute to strategic planning and upcoming plant improvement projects

• 3+ years of power plant control room operations experience
• Solid‑fuel background strongly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership experience over people, programs, or operations
• Ability to step up from Senior CRO or Shift Supervisor roles
• Working knowledge of DCS systems
• Strong safety mindset with environmental compliance experience
• Comfortable with on‑call responsibility and occasional callouts

• Up to $5,000 signing bonus for relocation or transition support
• 120 hours of PTO to start
• Medical coverage with 80% employer‑paid premiums
• 401(k) with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 3%
• Stable operation with a PPA secured through 2032
• Hands‑on involvement in plant upgrades and expansion projects
• Clear succession path to Plant Manager

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

If you’re ready to step into broader responsibility, live the Vermont lifestyle, and lead a plant with purpose, this role delivers. Apply now!