Assistant Operations Manager - South

Job Title: Assistant Operations Manager

Primary Responsibilities

The Assistant Operations Manager (AOM) fills in for the Operations Manager when needed.  When filling in for the Operations Manager, the AOM is responsible for the management of all field employees and equipment within the region.  The Assistant Operations Manager leads by example, treating all employees with respect and exuding Fortis pride.  When the not filling in for the Operations Manager, the Assistant Operations Manager will be assigned to a crew and work on location with that crew.

The following responsibilities are the primary tasks you will be working on. However, this list is not inclusive and may change over time.

Responsibilities:

·       Train, coach, and supervise all field employees and hold them accountable for performing and attaining certain goals

·       Ensure all accidents are reported and is responsible for full cooperation of employees involved for any necessary follow up managed by HSE 

·       Coordinate with HSE to ensure all policies and procedures are followed to maintain an incident free workplace

·       Recognize problems and improvements needed and communicate to senior management

·       Review daily tickets as required, ensuring accuracy and completeness 

·       Manage all equipment in the yard by inspecting for operational readiness and cleanliness 

·       Maintain inventory on location and in the dog houses

·       Serve as back up crew members when necessary

·      Communicate with the customer’s representative onsite to determine needs and services at the assigned              location

·       Directly responsible for the supervision of all rig-ups, rig-downs and subsequent operations on all locations for the duration of all work performed by the company

·       Ensures the technical proficiency of field personnel is appropriate to meet customer and market requirements and regional field operations are conducted with a focus on training, safety and quality of service

·       Ensure all safety equipment is in proper working order prior to the start of each shift

·       Drive the preventative maintenance program.  This includes promoting the culture, fluid analysis and continuous improvement efforts to mitigate routine equipment failures

·       Assist the Operations Manager with selecting crews for scheduling purposes when necessary

·       Ensure that company policies and procedures are followed by all employees and contractors

·       Participate in weekly operation meetings with all Rig Supervisors/Operators

·       Foster a success-oriented, accountable environment within the company

·       Exercise “stop work obligation” when necessary

·       Ensure all company owned equipment is kept clean and in working order

·       Perform various other duties and activities as assigned

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive management or supervisory experience
• Articulate communicator in both written and oral form
• Willingness to maintain the highest confidentiality of company information
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge with MS Office
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees and customers
• Must be forward-thinking and have high ethical standards, an appropriate professional image, and the ability to build trust
• Should have sound knowledge and good judgment while simultaneously maintaining an operational, implementation and detail oriented perspective

Physical Requirements of Job

1.         Amount of each day spent:         Standing:  60%              Walking: 30%      Sitting:  10%

            Employee works:                      Inside:     10%              Outside:  90%

2.         While performing job, employee will be required:

·       lifting/carrying (0-100lbs)                2-3 times/hour               8-10 hours/day

·       pulling/pushing (0-75lbs)                 2-3 times/hour               8-10 hours/day

·       to squat                                          2-3 times/hour               8-10 hours/day

·       to kneel                                          2-3 time/hour                8-10 hours/day

·       to climb ladders/stairs                      2-3 times/hour               8-10 hours/day

3.         Physical activity required:

·       Lift                         under 10lbs                   Frequently

·       Lift                         10-25lbs                       Frequently

·       Lift                         25-50lbs                       Frequently

·       Lift                         Over 100lbs                  Seldom

·       Carry                      under 10lbs                   Frequently

·       Carry                      10-25lbs                       Frequently

·       Carry                      25-50lbs                       Frequently

·       Carry                      Over 100lbs                  Seldom

·       Reach                     above shoulder              Frequently

·       Reach                     at shoulder                    Frequently

·       Reach                     below shoulder              Frequently

4.         The working conditions may involve exposure to the following:

            chemicals                     gases                cold                  heat

            dampness                     noise                dust                  radiation

            heights (0’ - 110’)         fumes               high wind         ice

rain                              sleet                 snow

5.           Other physical requirements:

·       Manual and finger dexterity

·       Hand/grip strength

·       Depth perception

·       Any other physical requirements that allow the employee to perform the job safely according to all company, local, state and federal regulations and requirements

6.         Safety equipment:

            The following safety equipment is to be worn on the job (when applicable):

            goggles             face shields                   safety glasses                hard hats           safety belts       gloves              ear plugs                       steel toed boots             Tyvek suits       SCBA

            H2S monitors    fall protection               FR clothing

7.         Other requirements:

·       Valid Driver’s License

·       Pre-employment drug screen and background check