Construction Superintendent

Rio Grande Electric Cooperative, Inc. • Multiple Locations (see application), TX

56d • Onsite

About The Position

To manage and direct the safe and proper construction of transmission and distribution power lines. This role involves supervising the construction and maintenance of the distribution and transmission facilities of RGEC in conformity with established standards and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Specifications. The Construction Superintendent must be able to issue clear directions to the construction crew, effectively manage daily workload and schedules, and ensure all jobs are completed in accordance with corporate specifications and timeframe. They will also be responsible for ensuring consistent information regarding direction of line feed, location of reclosing, and switching devices. A key responsibility includes receiving clearance and issuing instructions to energize or de-energize lines and determining compliance with all safety precautions and regulations when opening and closing energized lines. The role requires working with contractors to establish a professional relationship to deliver projects within deadlines and requires constant presence on the construction site to ensure set standards are adhered to. The Construction Superintendent will attend meetings with respective departments and contractors, coordinate and communicate with warehouse coordinators on documented material charge outs, returns, and transfers, and ensure direct supervision and documentation of material transfer to contractors during reviewing, framing, and construction of RUS assemblies. Developing and promoting adherence to all established safety rules, regulations, and practices is crucial. The role also includes performing other jobs as directed, learning and complying with Cooperative’s safety rules and procedures, and maintaining confidential information.

Requirements

• 15 years’ experience in electrical distribution and transmission facilities preferred
• Specialized training in maintenance and construction of overhead and underground power lines
• Must be able to read staking sheets and order materials for projects, as required
• Experience includes all phases of construction, maintenance, and system operation
• Two-year management/supervisory experience desired
• Must become familiar with various software applications (i.e. NISC-iVUE software including AppSuite, work order workflow, etc.)
• Must possess knowledge of RUS Materials and Specifications for Line Construction, National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations
• Possess a valid Texas drivers’ license
• Insurable with the Cooperative’s auto insurance carrier
• Possess oral and written communication skills in the English language
• Possess good interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain a harmonious working relationship with all Cooperative employees
• Must be or become certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Responsibilities

• Supervise the construction and maintenance of the distribution and transmission facilities of RGEC in conformity with established standards and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Specifications
• Issue clear directions to construction crew and effectively manage daily workload and schedules
• Ensure all jobs are completed in accordance with corporate specifications and timeframe
• Ensures consistent information regarding direction of line feed, location of reclosing, and switching devices
• Receive clearance and issue instructions to energize or de-energize lines and determine compliance with all safety precautions and regulations, when opening and closing energized lines
• Work with contractors and establish a professional relationship to deliver projects within deadline
• Be on the construction site constantly in order to ensure set standards are adhered
• Attend meetings with respective department(s) and contractors
• Coordinate and communicate with warehouse coordinators on documented Material Charge Outs, Returns, and Transfers
• Ensure direct supervision and documentation of material transfer to contractors during reviewing, framing, and construction of RUS assemblies, as required
• Develop and promote the required adherence to all established safety rules, regulations, and practices
• Perform other jobs as directed
• Learn and comply with Cooperative’s safety rules and procedures
• Maintain confidential information

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed