Supervisor, Substation

Job Summary - Supervisor, Substation & Relay

This full-time position is responsible for supervising all substation operations and grounds, with responsibility over divisional operations involving the planning, direction, and coordination of all work activities for all employees, substation operations, maintenance, and construction. The incumbent is responsible for the efficient operation of these areas, and the coordination of activities with other departments and the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Exercises general supervision over the Substation and Relay Division. Makes recommendations to and confers with the Director of Electric Operations regarding division activities, general policies and goals.

Schedules and supervises personnel; provides coaching.

Assists with department operating and capital expenditure budgets, and operates within the approved budgets.

Plans, develops, and supervises all scheduling and maintenance for work activities involved in substation operations, including technical support and work site visits. Assists in cost estimates for proposed maintenance or repair jobs.

Maintains labor and material records.

Conducts continued studies and reviews on-the-job methods, construction standards, and equipment utilization in an effort to improve efficiency and service.

Confers with operating supervisors, engineering personnel, and consultants on new facilities, operating problems, and technical questions that may arise.

Creates and develops policies/procedures and prepares technical reports for continued system improvement and quality control.

Competencies

Professional Knowledge

Possesses and applies advanced knowledge and understanding of the practices, procedures and methods used in all phases of electric T&D: construction, operation, and maintenance; knowledge of electric theory. Familiar with safety (lockout/tag out, confined space, hazmat, safe trenching, MOT, DOT, etc.).

Communication

Must possess the ability to effectively exchange information with others; provides clear, concise information to others in verbal and written formats; listens actively and empathetically to the views of others; delivers critical information to all stakeholders; seeks information to clarify ambiguity; provides constructive feedback.

Ethical Practice

Must possess the ability to integrate core values, integrity, and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices; maintains confidentiality; acts with integrity.

Relationship Management

Must possess the ability to manage interactions to provide service and to support the organization; establishes credibility in all interactions; treats all employees, customers, vendors, and the like with respect and dignity; builds engaging relationship with all stakeholders.

Leadership

Must possess the ability to contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization; exhibits behaviors consistent with and conforming to organizational culture; fosters collaboration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, such as general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations; ability to write reports and procedure manuals and present information to managers, customers, contractors/vendors, and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to foresee needs for upgrades and expansion based on regulatory actions and growth trends.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or a related field preferred. A minimum of five years of experience in substation and relay maintenance required. A minimum of five years of experience in supervisory work required.

Other Qualifications

Florida Driver's License Class E required. Ability to work flexible hours, as required. Employee is subject to call-outs at all hours of the day and night, on weekends, and holidays, and is expected to report to work when called. Employee must respond to office within 40 minutes.

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