Manager, Distribution (Substation) - Salt Lake City, UT - 114293

Description

• Travel may be required.
• Manage and allocates financial and employee resources.
• Promote safety in the workplace through demonstrated leadership.
• Usually responsible for establishment and adherence to department budget.
• Ensure that a zero accident workplace message is delivered in a convincing manner on a regular basis.
• Respond to after-hour emergencies relating to the electrical system with both Distribution & Transmission activities/workload.
• Manage schedules and complete the annual substation maintenance plan and/or capital work.
• Implement and deliver more efficient ways to perform the job.
• Participate in activities related to the planning, design, building, maintenance, switching and control of the electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Interview hire, train, coach, and develop employees.
• Perform inspections and field audits of the substation maintenance and/or capital work performed.
• Implement strategic business objectives, strategies and plans in support of the company’s strategic goals.

Requirements

• Completion of the Assistant Manager training program, or equivalent amount of directly related electrical or utility experience.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets and mainframe applications.
• Adapt strategy to changing conditions by overcoming resistance and supporting those affected by change.
• Ability to lead, motivate and influence employees.
• Must be flexible and available in responding to after-hour emergencies under short notice on any given day, at any given time. This includes responding to emergencies outside of normal work shift.
• Demonstrated management, administrative, supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience in the electric utility or related industry.
• Ability to conduct business and work with employees while understanding that information acquired in this position is confidential and must be treated as such in all communications both internal and external.
• A minimum of five years experience in distribution operations, maintenance and construction.
• Must live within assigned work area as agreed upon by the hiring director in order to support daily and after hours operational issues.
• Thorough knowledge of labor agreements, accident prevention manuals, code requirements, personnel procedures, budgeting and general company policies and procedures.
• Analyze market and competition and understands organization’s strengths and weaknesses to identify external threats and opportunities.
• Knowledge of electrical system construction, operation, and maintenance practices.
• Previous supervisory experience or completion of the Assistant Manager training program.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance