Distribution System Supervisor

SGA • San Jose, CA

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Distribution Systems Supervisor for a Full Time role with one of our premier Utility industry clients in San Jose, CA Position Summary The Distribution System Supervisor leads field crews responsible for the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of utility distribution infrastructure. This role ensures safe, reliable, and compliant operations while driving employee development, workforce planning, operational efficiency, customer service, and emergency response readiness.

Requirements

• Strong leadership, team development, coaching, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, and utility operations practices.
• Ability to interpret plans, drawings, specifications, policies, and procedures.
• Understanding of equipment, tools, and workplace safety requirements.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in deadline-driven and emergency situations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with business systems and software applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees, contractors, and labor representatives.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or equivalent supervisory experience in construction, maintenance, infrastructure, or utility operations.
• Experience leading field-based operational teams.
• Relevant industry certification(s) or the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to participate in on-call and emergency response activities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising union employees in construction, maintenance, or utility operations.
• Experience with distribution infrastructure, inspections, field investigations, or pipeline projects.
• Experience with workforce planning, contractor management, budgeting, and operational reporting.
• Experience developing SOPs, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Supervise field employees and contractors, providing leadership, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensure maintenance, construction, and repair work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with standards and regulations.
• Monitor field operations, productivity, work quality, and resource utilization.
• Lead safety initiatives, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Develop employee training, succession plans, and workforce schedules, including overtime and vacation planning.
• Create and maintain SOPs, operational records, asset data, reports, and budgets.
• Support emergency preparedness and participate in on-call and after-hours response activities.
• Address customer concerns and balance operational priorities with service expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, quality, and customer service.

Benefits

• SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status.
• We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree