Operating General Supervisor (Senior Distribution System Operator) - BW Control Center

Description

• The Operating General Supervisor is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and construction of the Electric Distribution System. The Operating General Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to customers, maintaining system stability, and responding effectively to emergencies.
• Control and document all work related activities on system high-tension feeders by permitting only authorized personnel to sign on and off primary feeder assignments.
• Ensure the safe, timely, and efficient response to emergencies and the repair and restoration of underground, services, and associated electrical distribution equipment of varying voltages and configurations in accordance with operating procedures and engineering plans and specifications.
• Oversee team members, prepare, and update databases for distribution system design issues such as transformer units offline, temporary emergency services, and primary cable abnormalities.
• Embrace and adhere to our Standards of Business Conduct, culture of security to drive a culture of excellence and achieve departmental alignment with corporate values.
• Administer and communicate system operation, distribution engineering, and other Company operating procedures, engineering plans, and specifications to the team and ensure proper operation, repair, and restoration of underground conductors, devices, and equipment.
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends and holidays
• Coordinate primary distribution feeder work as directed by Authorities Having Jurisdiction with all company departments and/or outside agencies as required by procedures during emergency conditions and as needed.
• Plan and assign work assignments with various departments to optimize productivity and meet operating and system conditions.
• Oversee, dispatch, and coordinate personnel in the repair and restoration of underground high-tension conductors and equipment of the electrical distribution system.
• Provide additional assistance in trouble work and emergency repairs during storm and heat related activity, including Incident Command System (ICS) mobilizations.
• Stand to use/operate office equipment for the duration of the workday
• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Qualify and maintain operating authority status as per various procedures, and specifications.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree and 4 years of utility or relevant technical work experience or
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays. This is a supervisory transition rate eligible position (STR5) with rotating shift premium pay.
• All selected candidates will be required to complete a training period and qualify for all requirements of the Operating General Supervisor role. On-going employment is contingent on successfully completing all training requirements and meeting qualifications for the role in no later than a year from initial onboarding. Required
• Possess manual dexterity and the ability to use hands for the duration of the workday
• Proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Office suite, Required
• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds
• Possess knowledge and technical experience in the design, operation, repair, and safe restoration of electric distribution systems. Required
• Ability to read small print and symbols
• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years of utility or relevant technical work experience or
• Capable to exercise independent judgment, demonstrate excellent problem-solving abilities, and able to render sound decisions. Required
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and committed to providing exemplary customer service. Required
• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of utility or relevant technical work experience
• Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills and experience managing an operating organization. Required
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Driver's License Required
• Work experience including at least 3 years of demonstrated technical experience in construction, operation, design, maintenance, of electric distribution systems. Preferred
• Two years of supervisory experience. Preferred
• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, and kneel throughout the workday
• Must be able and willing to travel within company service territory, as needed.
• Maintains composure under pressure
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills
• Able to learn all relevant safety and environmental procedures. Required
• Demonstrate flexibility to evaluate, prioritize and respond rapidly to changing conditions on the electrical distribution system. Required

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance