Operating Supervisor in Astoria Transformer Shop

Overview

Supervise various levels of mechanics in the mating of underground transformers and network protectors, reconditioning of underground transformers, reconditioning of network protectors, and activities associated with managing field returned electric distribution equipment in the yard section of the Shop. Supervise mechanics during the field repair of equipment and support of FOD and other Electric Operations functions. Supervise mechanics during ICS events, such as smoking manholes, cooling transformers and storm response.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Supervise work related to the reconditioning, rebuilding, engineering analysis and testing of electric distribution equipment in both the Shop and field.
• Provide engaging job briefings, including HPI and precursor messaging.
• Must ensure safety, environmental and productivity goals are met.
• Ensure that employees complete work in accordance with Company procedures and governmental rules, including OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Coordinate the flow of work into and out of assigned work area. Monitor and maintain high productivity standards.
• Ensure that all work meets or exceeds applicable specifications and quality standards of the Department and Engineering.
• Review and update Shop operating procedures.
• Direct the safe operation of equipment and machinery.
• Collect data on labor hours, material usage, etc. and prepare necessary productivity and cost reports.
• Provide customer support to Distribution Engineering, other Electric Operations departments and Stores.
• Review and report on the performance of subordinates. Examine hourly workers for diagnostic and promotional purposes.
• Sign-on to feeders during field repairs, as necessary. Use Rapid Restore and the mapping tool used by Electric Operations.
• Work overtime, weekends and other schedules as necessary.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 years experience In electric distribution system/equipment or
• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years experience In electric distribution system/equipment

Relevant Work Experience

• 3-5 years prior supervisory experience Preferred or
• 5-7 years Experience in working in an Electric Operations field organization, such as I & A, FOD, or Equipment group. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities and
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills and
• Excellent organizational skills and
• Assumes personal responsibility for actions and
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and
• Demonstrated written communication skills and
• Effective interpersonal skills and
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills and
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills and
• Demonstrated analytical skills and
• Builds and manages effective teams and
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills and
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality and
• Possesses strong technical aptitude and
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc. and
• Instills commitment to organizational goals

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required

Additional Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must be capable of climbing portable and fixed ladders.
• Work in inclement weather outdoors.