VP of Distribution (2026-020)

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary:

Are you a dedicated and experienced VP of Distribution seeking a rewarding career with an organization that truly values its people? Benton REA invites applicants to apply for a full-time VP of Distribution role. The position will be permanently based out of our brand-new West Richland office (located near Keene and Van Giesen). The position comes with an excellent benefit package that offers 100% company paid family insurance (medical, dental, vision), generous leave and 401k match, along with a 4x10 work schedule. Please see below for a list of our amazing benefits offering.

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Key Emphases:

Executive position responsible for the engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance of the Association's electric distribution system. This role directs distribution design, line operations, and construction contractor performance to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of electric service. Departmental supervision is exercised over assigned personnel. Work is performed under the direction of the VP of Engineering/COO. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field;
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible engineering or operations leadership experience; 
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience that allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential job functions.
• Washington State Professional Engineer (PE) license or have previously been a Journeyman Lineman as recognized by the IBEW.

Special Requirements:

• Maintain a valid driver's license.

Compensation and Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with employer match of 14% with 7% employee contribution
• 20 hours of PTO per month, 0-4 years of service
• 2 floating holidays (10 hours each) annually
• 9 paid holidays (10 hours each) annually
• 4-10 work schedule, with every Friday off
• Highly competitive, best in class, excellent comprehensive benefits package options including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and STD. (Two medical plan options).
  • High-Deductible Health Plan with HSA
    • 100% employer paid, 93% employee enrollment
    • Deductible $1,650 ind. / $3,300 family
    • 90% coinsurance after deductible is met
    • Up to $600 employer match to HSA (family)
  • PPO Medical
    • Employee pays $265.05 ind. / $630.66 family per mo.
    • Deductible $300 ind. / $600 family
    • 90% coinsurance after deductible is met
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous Tuition Assistance Program
• Training and Development opportunities

Supplemental Information:

Selection process will include a presentation and/or multiple interviews. Final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background process.

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