Electric Operations Supervisor

The Supervisor of Electric Operations is responsible for the efficient scheduling and supervision of electric utility and contract crews and service crews engaged in the construction and maintenance of the electric transmission and distribution systems.

• Work effectively with customers and the general public
• Schedule daily and long-term crew assignments to ensure production goals are met
• Work on-call rotation schedules, evenings, weekends, and in response to acute service needs
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with all appropriate laws, rules, and regulations
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives
• Brief direct reports and develop service packets as needed
• Develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with peers, co-workers, and other internal and external customers
• Provide instruction in and ensure compliance with proper work methods, construction standards, and safety procedures
• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Stand in for the Supervisor of Gas Operations and Supervisor of Operations Planning as needed
• Supports division small town personnel
• Effectively manage budgets, ensuring proper cost controls
• Lead special projects and utilize change and project management techniques as required
• Participate in the development of annual budgets
• Develop and participate in all aspects of hiring, performance appraisals, safety accountability checks, and process claims reports
• Supervise electric utility crews, contract crews, and service crews in the division service territory
• Utilize management practices to maintain employee engagement and productivity

Work Location: Aberdeen, SD Preferred. (Other major operating areas in the South Dakota north division considered)

Background Check: Required

Drug Test: Required

• Bachelor's degree in a Non-Engineering field or Journeyman lineman qualifications with relevant work experience and knowledge may be considered subject to review and approval by upper management
• Strong business acumen desired
• Post-Secondary education/degree or experienced certified journeyman lineman preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a department and department staff members
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong leadership skills including interpersonal communication skills
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
• Extensive daily computer usage
• Demonstrate leadership consistent with NorthWestern Energy's code, values, policies, processes and controls
• First Aid/CPR Certification or ability to acquire
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or;
• Supervisory/leadership experience a plus
• Perform constant sitting, frequent standing and walking, occasional lifting up to 35 pounds
• Working knowledge in electric utility (transmission, distribution, and substation) business and construction methodologies preferred
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft office and ability to learn and effectively use proprietary software

Pay range: $83,600 to $125,000 per year

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Paid bereavement leave
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement