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 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.) most 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.

This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Responsibilities

• Will interface with various Con Edison departments and personnel who enter our substations (i.e.-Electric Operations, Transmission Operations, Central Engineering, etc)
• Ensure 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.
• Certify accounts for and approves expenditures for labor, material supplies and equipment within prescribed limits.
• Ensure 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
• Initiate preliminary accident investigations such as, substation abnormalities, equipment status, and job status within the substations, and submits reports.
• Lead environmental, health, and safety discussions.
• Plan, organize, schedule and assign personnel to meet operating and climatic conditions to optimize productivity.
• Order, coordinate, and ensure 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.
• Enforce good housekeeping practices for equipment and work areas. Ensures safety in work procedures, job setups, and job briefings.
• Ensure 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.
• Enforce 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
• Conduct 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.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and related work experience in the operation, maintenance, construction, engineering, project management, procurement, or other support of power generation, transmission, substation, distribution, or other utility equipment. or
• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years related work experience in the operation, maintenance, construction, engineering, project management, procurement, or other support of power generation, transmission, substation, distribution, or other utility equipment. or
• Associate's Degree and 4 years related work experience in the operation, maintenance, construction, engineering, project management, procurement, or other support of power generation, transmission, substation, distribution, or other utility equipment. or
• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years related work experience in the operation, maintenance, construction, engineering, project management, procurement, or other support of power generation, transmission, substation, distribution, or other utility equipment.

• 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.
• 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.

• Driver's License Required
• Other: NYC S-95 certification 1 Year Required
• Other: NYC S-12 certification 1 Year Required

• 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

• 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.