Supervisor, Electrical Maintenance

About the role

Oversee technicians responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting substation equipment within Duquesne Light's transmission and distribution networks. Ensure field crews follow safety protocols, project timelines, compliance regulations, and technical specifications while coordinating with engineering teams to resolve issues. This role requires strong leadership, technical and mechanical aptitude, and the ability to manage multiple projects across various locations.

Location: Woods Run (On-Site)

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe work practices and oversee training criteria for Electrical Maintenance technicians in the Substation department.
• Plan, schedule, and supervise the daily work activities of employees in the Substation Electrical Maintenance department and establish and maintain performance measures to optimize productivity.
• Oversee substation equipment inspection maintenance programs.
• Ensure Electrical Maintenance group’s adherence to regulatory and compliance standards.
• Oversee and support substation equipment testing, repairs, and replacements.
• Analyze failures and collaborate with substation support groups to determine extent of damage and estimated outage duration, including the ability to direct repair work to minimize down time.
• Ensure department is outfitted by procuring procedures, tools, test equipment, parts, vehicle, etc. necessary for daily activities.
• Ensure work practices and procedures in the department are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including storm team duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience in the electric utility field operations environment with a concentration in substation maintenance and construction required. A combination of relevant education and experience will also be considered.
• Experience working in a bargaining unit environment.
• Familiar with OSHA and industrial safety practices.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• University or college degree is preferred, though a combination of relevant education and work experience will be considered.

Skills

• Highly driven, self-motivated, and enthusiastic leader capable of communicating, motivating, and driving an organization toward change and positive improvement.
• Proven ability to make accurate decisions and demonstrate sound judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and information system knowledge with experience using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and continually meet deadlines.
• Ability to foster an inclusive and respectful work environment for all team members.
• Exhibit sound management practices, skills, and a total commitment to teamwork.

Schedule

This position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

Additional Information

• All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Duties can vary across the Company and may include working with operations for service center support or with communications, customer service, or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information.
• Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities, and partner with IT on underlying data needs.