Lead Service Specialist 1

GE Vernova • Houston, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The High Voltage GIS Site Supervisor is responsible for on-site supervision of installation, maintenance, repair, and modernization (retrofit) activities for GIS substations. The role represents GE Vernova on site and ensures work is executed safely, on schedule, and in full compliance with EHS requirements, U.S. regulations, and GE Vernova standards.

Requirements

• Proven expertise with High Voltage GIS substations (69 kV – 800 kV)
• Strong background in installation, maintenance, repair, and retrofit activities
• Solid knowledge of EHS, OSHA, NFPA 70E, and LOTO requirements
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and layout drawings
• Strong field leadership and customer communication skills
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Technical degree or engineering background in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• French is a plus
• HV, EHS, OSHA, NFPA 70E certifications are an advantage

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate GE Vernova field teams and subcontractors
• Plan and manage installation, maintenance, repair, and modernization activities for HV GIS systems (69 kV – 800 kV)
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with GE Vernova procedures, IEC / IEEE standards, contract requirements, and customer expectations
• Enforce strict compliance with GE Vernova EHS policies and site safety rules
• Monitor work quality and manage inspections, audits, and hold points
• Lead safety meetings, Job Safety Analyses (JSA/AHA), and daily toolbox talks
• Serve as the primary on-site interface with the customer
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve GIS-related technical issues
• Prepare daily, weekly, and final site progress reports
• Support commissioning and high-voltage testing activities when required
• Coach and mentor junior supervisors and technicians
• Compliance with OSHA regulations, including: 29 CFR 1910 – General Industry 29 CFR 1926 – Construction
• Enforcement of NFPA 70E electrical safety and arc flash requirements
• Implementation and verification of Lockout / Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Ensuring JSA / AHA are completed, communicated, and followed prior to work execution
• Verification of required training, certifications, and PPE for all site personnel
• Participation in EHS audits, OSHA inspections, and corrective action plans
• Exercising Stop Work Authority when unsafe or non-compliant conditions are identified
• Promoting GE Vernova’s Zero Harm safety culture on site

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
• GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs
• GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion.
• No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program.

What This Job Offers

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