Distribution Assistant Supervisor

Description

• Perform field data collection utilizing laptop computers, tablet devices, GPS units, and other electronic devices to collect data for input into database software as necessary.
• Manage field personnel.
• With the assistance of Distribution Supervisors and Managers, administer company policies, salary administration, training, safety (both company and client specific), employee development, and performance evaluations for the employees in the Distribution EMC Design team.
• Assign and schedule work as required to meet client requirements, assuring the highest quality and most efficient use of resources.
• Follow prescribed standards and procedures.
• Navigate difficult conversations as needed.
• Responsible for Quality Assurance and Quality Control on all work performed by their Distribution Design team.
• Responsible for complete and accurate record keeping of all work performed by their Distribution Design team.
• Approve time sheets and expenses for direct reports.
• Provide Storm Damage Assessment support.
• Achieve weekly billable goals as defined by the project guidelines (and/or Management) and continuously monitor employee utilization.
• Perform various field technical services supporting distribution design projects such as grid improvement projects, power facility maintenance programs, system inventories and audits, joint use management and permitting, lighting audits, etc.
• Perform function of a project lead on projects.

Requirements

• Experience utilizing industry standard pole modeling and loading tools (SPIDAcalc, PoleForeman, O-calc)
• Experience with a wide variety of distribution project types such as reconductoring, relocations, circuit extensions, load transfers, voltage conversions, equipment retrofits, SCADA equipment installations, 3rd party pole attachment projects, fiber design, construction coordination, post construction inspection, etc.
• Experience managing projects and leading a team through successful projects.
• Demonstrated leadership and technical capability to perform job responsibilities.
• 1-2 years of utility distribution design experience with a utility or consulting engineering firm with demonstrated project capability.
• Track record of training and mentoring less experienced staff.
• Quickly grasp and master new software programs including work management systems, design tools, etc.
• Experience handling client relations and communications with other agencies in connection with project design responsibilities.
• Experience working in the field and office.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline from an accredited college or university, OR Associate Degree in an Engineering or Technology related field, OR a sufficient combination of experience and education (at the discretion of the hiring team).

Benefits

• These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance