Supervisor (Operations), Substation Operations, Northern Operations

Overview

Substation Operations (Northern Operations) is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual that possesses a high regard for personal accountability and understands the importance of commitment to safety, operational excellence, and enhancing the customer experience. The successful candidate must demonstrate a high energy level and promote a positive work ethic in support of our corporate values as well as provide strong customer support. The Supervisor will supervise Operators (Senior Substation Operators, Assistant Substation Operators, GUWs, etc) a majority of the time in the operation of substation equipment. As needed, will supervise mechanics, engineering inspectors and subordinate titled personnel in the maintenance, construction, repair and inspection of substations and associated substation equipment and structures. Orders, coordinates and ensures availability and timely delivery of materials, supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

- Will interface with various Con Edison departments and personnel who enter our substations (i.e.-Electric Operations, Transmission Operations, Central Engineering, etc)

- Ensures that the operation, maintenance, repair and inspection of transmission and area substations equipment and structures are performed in compliance with operating procedures.

- Attend the daily management meetings to report job progress, be fully knowledgeable of work scopes and submit Work Permit Requests in a clear and concise manner.

- Work with the Field Planners and Central Planning group to improve work plans and provide feedback to planners on work plans.

- Certifies accounts for and approves expenditures for labor, material supplies and equipment within prescribed limits.

- Ensures personnel comply with all company and departmental rules and regulations. In addition, ensures that all work functions in the substations are in compliance with safety procedures, OSHA laws and general environmental instructions

- Initiates preliminary accident investigations such as, substation abnormalities, equipment status, and job status within the substations, and submits reports.

- Conducts environmental, health and safety lectures.

- Plans, organizes, schedules and assigns personnel to meet operating and climatic conditions to optimize productivity.

- Orders, coordinates, and ensures availability and timely delivery of materials, supplies and equipment. Certifies, accounts for and approves expenditures for labor, material, petty cash, supplies, and equipment within prescribed limits.

- Enforces good housekeeping practices for equipment and work areas. Ensures safety in work procedures, job setups, and job briefings.

- Ensures station compliance items and equipment PM's are performed on time as per department procedures and specifications.

- Will supervise field personnel in work activities, coach, schedule, train, and have appropriate safety discussions.

- Must be committed to fostering a Zero Accident Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Achieving Operational Excellence, Developing an Effective Cost Management Culture and Enhancing the Customers Experience.

- Enforces Company procedures, e.g. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Substance Abuse, Discipline and Security.

- Must be committed to the Way We Work Principles, adherence to the Companys Standards of Business Conduct and other Company procedures including Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S).

- Will ensure that all personnel, tools and material are safely and effectively utilized and the use of Human Performance Improvement (HPI) tools is incorporated in daily activities.

- Committed to fostering an environment where employees understand their purpose, feel valued and are collectively aligned towards making improvements across the organization.

- Ensure that all Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) work practices are followed and work is done in accordance with Company policy and governmental regulations

- The supervisor is also responsible for conducting On the Job training (OJT), effective job briefings and documented job site safety exchanges.

- Enforce all contractual and local work rules; assign personnel to jobs in accordance with the Weekly Work Schedule and adhering to the station schedule.

- Must be able to perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree and 2 years related work experience in operations, maintenance or construction of power generation, transmission or distribution equipment or equivalent education/experience is required. or

- Associate's Degree and 4 years related work experience in operations, maintenance or construction of power generation, transmission or distribution equipment or

- High School Diploma/GED and 5 years related work experience or more in operations, maintenance or construction of power generation, transmission or distribution equipment.

- Additional:

Relevant Work Experience

- Work experience in the operation, maintenance, or construction of power generation, transmission, and distribution equipment Required

- Computer Skills including Microsoft Office programs, Maximo/DataSplice, Engage/ePlan. Required

- Exercise independent judgement and able to render sound business decisions Required

- Be detailed oriented, able to work under pressure and handle multiple concurrent assignments Required

- Strong oral and written communications skills, good presentation skills and ability to effectively interact with both internal and external customers, support staff, and various levels of management and union Required

- Must have strong oral and written communication skills, good presentation skills and the ability to effectively interact with both internal and external customers, support staff, and various levels of management Required

- Must be computer literate and be able to apply practical applications in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and work management systems such as Maximo, Engage and OSS. Required

- Supervisory experience Preferred

- Technical experience or working knowledge in the operation, maintenance, construction, inspection, and repair of the electrical transmission and distribution system to include: substation operations, switchgear installation, grounding practices, circuit breaker mechanics, and electrical distribution transformers Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

- Driver's License Required

- Other: NYC S-95 certification 1 Year Required

- Other: NYC S-12 certification 1 Year Required

Physical Demands

- Ability to respond to system emergencies

- Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold

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

- Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces

- Work in, under, and on top of all types of company vehicles and/or equipment

- Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations

- Ability to climb ladders and stairs

- Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment

- 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 and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations

- Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations

- Stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs for the duration of the workday

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

- Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers

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

- Use hand-eye coordination to adjust controls on equipment

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

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

- Use personal vehicle(s), and be able to transport, store, and secure company laptops and other job-related equipment in vehicle. Acknowledge that reimbursement for use of personal vehicle is available through the company mileage procedure

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.

- 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.