Supervisor Regional Operations Line and Substation - PA Line Services - Latrobe

About the role

This position is a Line Supervisor, based out of Latrobe, PA. This position supervises employees engaged in complex construction, maintenance, repair, testing, and operation of the electric transmission and distribution system.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and direct a solid commitment to all aspects of safety
• Direct and supervise employees engaged in electric transmission and distribution line work
• Direct line workers in the installation of energized lines, transferring circuit loads, directing cutovers from poles and equipment to new or temporary installations, and locating faults on distribution voltages and street light circuits
• Respond to and supervise resources during emergency conditions to support public safety and system reliability, as well as supervise and dispatch service restoration crews during major storms
• Monitor the activities of employees and enforce conformance to established work practices and methods (according to Preferred Practices Manual, Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety Specifications and Construction Standards)
• Request and coordinate the availability of necessary equipment, tools, materials, and supplies required
• Coordinate work with other departments and scheduling construction, maintenance, repair, or test work
• Demonstrate sound internal and external customer service
• Counsel employees, recommend corrective actions required to meet performance standards, and acknowledge good work and work habits
• Implement instruction and training of line employees in the established work practices and methods utilized throughout the department
• Administer Company and Regional Absenteeism Management Program and Regional Safety Plan
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and 5–7 years’ related work experience in an electrical field
• Related work experience includes hazard responding, knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools which would be used to determine the resources necessary to perform construction and maintenance work activities
• Advanced level of knowledge and experience in operations, repair, and construction of assigned Transmission and Distribution area
• Some supervisory experience is preferred
• Advanced level knowledge of principles and operation of electric transmission and distribution systems
• Ability to learn various computer applications (CREWS, SAP, GIS, Flex OMS, Empower) and Microsoft Office
• Ability to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specifications to personnel
• Ability to coach, mentor, engage, and inspire people to excel in their roles
• Demonstrated knowledge of applied electricity including AC and DC circuits and equipment
• Possess a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and develop relationships
• Effective leadership skills to communicate with and direct work of others to ensure safety and produce satisfactory work results