Supervisor, Power Generation - Operations

About the role

We are looking for a Supervisor, Power Generation Operations to supervise shift operating personnel supporting the daily operations of all Tucson Power Production plant sites. In this role, you will ensure electrical energy is generated in a safe, environmentally compliant, efficient, and reliable manner while enriching our company culture.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct staff to operate fossil fuel-fired units safely, efficiently, and economically in alignment with company policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Identify and implement alternative plans and actions in response to changing market/load demands and operating conditions, considering economics, safety, and equipment.
• Ensure generating units operate within design parameters to meet load requirements.
• Coordinate daily, preventative, and emergent maintenance tasks across multiple departments and functions.
• Authorize, hire, promote, assign, and direct staff, including monitoring activities, workflow allocation, staffing/scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Resolve technical questions and employee relation issues to provide accurate and consistent direction.
• Complete employee performance reviews and provide mid-cycle feedback.
• Apply knowledge of plant processes to safely resolve maintenance and operations problems.
• Review area operations to identify process, procedure, or operational improvements.
• Recognize and anticipate employee training needs to ensure competency in all job aspects.
• Assess training needs, recommend training plans, and facilitate qualification sign-offs for union employees.
• Monitor economic operations of equipment and take corrective action to maintain optimum efficiency.
• Coordinate with other Power Generation sections to schedule maintenance and operations activities effectively.
• Ensure units perform within regulatory and design parameters.
• Execute dispatching directives regarding generation limits and switching procedures.
• Support system load requirements and perform switching safely and accurately.
• Administer the Protective Clearance Procedure (LOTO).
• Oversee and direct all plant activities, including maintenance, when other supervisory personnel are not on duty.
• Identify viable alternatives and plan activities to limit time delays, equipment downtime, and load reduction.
• Maintain appropriate records and recordkeeping systems.
• Manage group budget to ensure cost-effective use of resources.
• Maintain accurate personnel, budget, and job cost information, analyze variances, and explain differences.
• Comply with and administer the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Assume fiduciary responsibility for operating the business and recommend cost improvement measures.
• Ensure the Performance Management program is administered uniformly and effectively.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Minimum of 6 years of journeyman-level experience in Power Plant Operations or equivalent operating experience in a related field.
• Ability to pass a background check for Critical Infrastructure Protection access.
• Willingness to work a rotating shift schedule (including nights, weekends, and holidays).

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of prior supervisory experience.
• Experience in fossil-fired power plants, including:
  • Combustion Turbines
  • Rankine steam cycle
  • Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of:
  • Plant processes and operations
  • Equipment, parts, and plant layout
  • Budget preparation and analysis techniques
  • Principles and practices of supervision
  • Labor agreement terms and conditions
  • Computer skills necessary for job requirements
  • Regulatory requirements
  • TEP policies and procedures