Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
The
Supervisor, Distribution Operations Center
direct the activities of the DOC Operators in the performance of planned and emergency switching, issuing of clearances and contact tags such that productivity and efficiency are maximized. Provide effective guidance and direction to DOC personnel and foster a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, continuous learning, fair treatment, open communication and a focus on department objectives. Supervise and provide technical direction to the Operations team comprised of union and PR skilled employees. Ensure the distribution system is operated and maintained to maximize reliability and efficiency while providing exceptional customer service. Provide managerial oversight and leadership during non-routine work hours (nights, weekends and holidays) which may include directing all other personnel on-site in the absence of their normal supervision.
Minimum Requirements•High School diploma or equivalent and three (3) years experience as a journeyman lineman or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience in either Distribution or Transmission power restoration, switching and clearance procedures.
•Requires a working knowledge of Company policies and procedures, environmental regulations, Labor Agreement, APS Construction Standards, Accident Prevention Manual, OSHA standards and basic PC skills.
•Must possess good communications and interpersonal skills.
•Must be able to work rotating shifts on 24 hour basis. Ability to observe work and remain alert while working under stress and adverse conditions for extended periods of time and at irregular hours.
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120 ) (collectively, U.S. Export Control Laws). Therefore, this position requires applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants for this position will be required to confirm their U.S. person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors.
Major Accountabilities•Lead the activities of DOC personnel in the completion of operation and maintenance activities related to the distribution facilities through the implementation of sound planning, operating principles, practices, policies and procedures to assure optimum safety, customer service, efficiency, reliability and productivity. Provide guidance and leadership to team members ensuring compliance with APS Code of Conduct and Core Values. Ensure department personnel are properly supervised, trained and qualified to perform assignments.
•Analyze operation and maintenance requirements and initiate appropriate action for equipment, materials, and support services in order to assure adherence to reliability standards.
•Effectively interface with department personnel, customers and representatives from external agencies as needed.
•Provide for the safety of the public, crew personnel, and equipment through the proper administration of clearance and grounding procedures, proper housekeeping, and adherence to Accident Prevention Manual rules.
•Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations by adhering to stipulated permit and environmental requirements.
•Ensure all personnel are in compliance with Company policy and procedures and that job activities support and protect the interest and image of the Company.
•Maintain consistency in administration of cost control, progress tracking and reliability reporting of information related to operating records as determined.
•Maintain communications with Energy Control Center (ECC), State Operating Centers and Key customers as needed on matters involving reliability, outage planning, and outage duration.
•Coordinate Operator activities during emergency events, tracking and prioritizing outages, developing restoration and manpower utilization plans, and communicating outage information to the Floor CSP and War Room.
•Identify weaknesses in the Distribution System and ensure that plans are implemented to correct.
•Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
•Help maintain the proper number of personnel on the floor at all times to maintain service levels while also filling in as Scheduler in their absence.