Operating Supervisor - BQ Equipment Group

Overview

The Brooklyn and Queens Equipment Group is actively seeking highly qualified Operating Supervisors to join our management team. The Operating Supervisor is responsible for supervising subordinate personnel in the physical installation, repair, maintenance, removal, replacement, testing and inspection of underground network and substation equipment for the electrical distribution system. The ideal candidate will possess unwavering dedication to our Code of Conduct and The Way We Work, exhibit integrity, demonstrate a commitment to zero-harm, and showcase exemplary leadership skills. Key responsibilities and requirements for this role include displaying high energy levels, promoting a positive work ethic, fostering a customer service mindset in alignment with our corporate values and mission. The successful candidate will be skilled in supervising employees effectively, managing their productivity across various functions, and exhibiting excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft technologies and scheduling software is required, as well as a strong focus on safety and comprehensive knowledge of environmental laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will be capable of multi-tasking, demonstrating strong organizational skills for effective planning, budgeting, and tracking, and willing to learn and interpret computerized reports while applying their insights to work-related activities and responsibilities. Brooklyn and Queens Equipment Group is dedicated to providing an environment that encourages professional growth and development. We look forward to welcoming Operating Supervisors who embody our core values, display exceptional leadership skills, and are committed to creating a safe, efficient, and sustainable work environment for all.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

- Supervise subordinate personnel in the installation, repair, maintenance, and testing of underground network and substation equipment for the electrical distribution system.

- Conduct safety talks, audits, and maintain OSHA-required training and comply with policies, procedures, engineering plans, specifications, and environmental regulations.

- Interpret reports to ensure accurate job progress and expenditure tracking within budgets.

- Support a zero-harm work environment, diversity and inclusion, operational excellence, and cost consciousness. Monitor compliance with company policies and procedures, such as EEO, Substance Abuse, Discipline, Security, and Code of Conduct.

- Implement safety, health, and environmental programs, and incorporate Human Performance Improvement (HPI) tools into daily activities. Evaluate completed work quality, identify deficiencies, and correct them to improve performance.

- Supervise weekly personnel, conduct on-the-job training, job briefings, safety inspections, and maintain training requirements.

- Ensure compliance with operating procedures and engineering specifications for secondary conductors and devices on the Electric Distribution System. Maintain accurate time entry and submitted documentation.

- Promote a positive work environment, provide feedback, and hold individuals accountable for their actions.

- Utilize computer systems to schedule work, close out jobs, and conduct audits, embracing new technologies to streamline processes and ensures that all time entry and submitted documentation is accurate and signed accordingly.

- Monitor and review quality and productivity, identify cost-saving initiatives, track equipment maintenance, and provide round-the-clock coverage for system emergencies and ICS events.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant work experience or

- Associate's Degree and 4 years of relevant work experience or

- High School Diploma/GED and 5 years of relevant work experience.

Relevant Work Experience

- Must have the ability to understand and interpret field constructed drawings and layouts, required.

- Must have a high regard for personal accountability and understand the critical importance of commitment to excellence, required.

- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, required.

- Must be able to interact with customers, union personnel, executive, and upper management, required.

- Must understand the vital importance of teamwork, communication, and promoting a positive work ethic in support of Corporate Values and Mission, required.

- Must be able to lead people and remain flexible while managing multiple work assignments, changing priorities, and demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines, required.

- Must be able to exercise independent judgment, and render sound business decisions while under pressure, required.

- Knowledge of the Construction and Electrical Work rules, required.

- Must be available to work overtime hours during routine and emergency system conditions, required.

- Must be available to work a rotating shift including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays, required.

- Must have previous demonstrable leadership experience, required.

Skills and Abilities

- Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities

- Excellent organizational skills

- Excellent collaboration and team building skills

- Ability to inspire and develop staff

- Effective leadership skills

- Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback

- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure

- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills

- Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments

- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.

Licenses and Certifications

- Driver's License Required

Additional Physical Demands

- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

- Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions.

- Ability to climb ladders and stairs.

- Perform work in underground vaults through manholes, climb in and out of structures and excavations.

- Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces).

- Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems.

- Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations.

- Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday.

- Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies.

- Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.

- Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays.