Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.
We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.
About this RoleIf you enjoy working with a great group of professionals and believe that safety, accountability, and teamwork drive success, this could be the right opportunity for you.
We are seeking a Shop Manager to lead operations at our Frederickson fleet maintenance facility. This role oversees a shop of 16 employees and is responsible for maintaining approximately 2,100 pieces of equipment safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
This is a strong fit for a player-coach, someone who has worked hands-on in a shop environment and grown into leadership. The ideal candidate understands the technical side of fleet maintenance, can step in when needed, and leads by example while developing and mentoring their team.
What You'll DoLead day-to-day shop operations, prioritizing and assigning repairs based on urgency and technician skillset
Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 16 shop employees
Ensure equipment readiness and reliability across 2,100 fleet assets
Monitor repair quality, reduce repeat repairs, and enforce preventative maintenance (PM) standards
Lead daily safety meetings and foster a culture centered on safety, teamwork, and accountability
Partner with Dispatch and Operations to ensure reliable, on-time equipment availability
Track repairs, workflow, and shop performance while maintaining budget discipline
Support operational needs, including after-hours and storm response situations
What You'll Bring3–5 years of hands-on experience with diesel engines, trailers, heavy equipment, or specialized fleet assets
Minimum 2 years of leadership experience, supervising or leading technicians or shop personnel
Proven success leading within a working shop environment (player-coach mindset)
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance operational urgency with long-term equipment reliability
Willingness to be on-call as needed to support operational and storm response needs
What You'll Get• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Compensation Range The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $120,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications. Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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