Supervisor Regional Operations Line and Substation - PA Line Services - Rices Landing Jefferson Service Center

About the Company

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better, and our communities stronger. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,500 miles of transmission lines connecting the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of 3,780 megawatts.

About the Role

This position is a Line Supervisor based out of the Jefferson Service Center. The role 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 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 schedule 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years’ related work experience in an electrical field, including hazard responding, knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools.
• 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.

Skills

• Able to learn various computer applications (CREWS, SAP, GIS, Flex OMS, Empower) and Microsoft Office.
• Able to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specifications to personnel.
• Able 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation.
• Company-sponsored pension plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution.
• Choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs.
• Skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all business activities. Employees are provided with tools, information, and processes to perform duties safely for themselves, co-workers, customers, and the public. Goals include maintaining an accident-free, injury-free workplace and promoting public safety through world-class safety standards.