Lead Specialist, Distribution Lines

natgridProd • City of Syracuse, NY

3d • $121,000 - $142,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

National Grid is hiring a Lead Specialist, Distribution Lines for their T&D Standards department. This will be a hybrid position at the Syracuse, NY office. Every day, National Grid delivers safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses, connecting people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and the industry is accelerating, and National Grid's expertise and track record position it to shape the sustainable future of the industry. To be successful, the company must anticipate customer needs, reduce the cost of energy delivery today, and pioneer the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires delivering on promises and always looking for new opportunities to grow, both personally and within the business.

Requirements

• 5 Years Experience in Over Head distribution systems is required with a strong background in the overhead construction, operations, and maintenance with Safety as the primary focus (CUSP Certification is desirable).
• Be familiar with regulatory standards, interpret and apply them accordingly in the interest of the company.
• Must be self-directed and highly motivated.
• Requirements include strong interpersonal skills, with excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of National Grid's computer systems.
• Overnight travel is required, and support of off-hours emergency work is required.
• Familiar with all Electric Operating Procedures (EOP), including completion of EOP Training Courses such as Clearance and Control G014 and Personal Protective Grounding D002 are required.
• Valid Driver License

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (EIT or PE is desirable)

Responsibilities

• Provide support for the operations, maintenance, and construction of the National Grid companies’ overhead and underground systems 46kV and below.
• Work closely with operations personnel to assure National Grid construction standards and procedures are implemented.
• Perform post-construction audits; compile reports on audit findings and corrective actions.
• Investigate equipment problems and failures with manufacturers and vendors, with recommendations based on investigative results for corrective and preventative actions, and or procurement of new equipment and materials.
• Investigate new equipment and tools that provide enhanced ergonomics, safety, or efficiency; provide specifications and direction to procurement for successful onboarding.
• Support all requests for incident analysis (IAs) as a Team Member and complete action items assigned.
• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership and being the ambassador of adhering to company procedures, safety rules, and work practices.
• Review, revise, and develop electrical operating procedures (EOP) for the construction, maintenance or operating the electrical system as scheduled, incident or mandated through regulation by working closely with safety, training, environmental, construction standards, and operational interests.
• Manage special programs and projects as required.
• Chair/participate in union/management committees on operational issues, equipment, tools, vehicle, and safety.
• Maintain open and strong communications within divisional assignment by participating in regular safety meetings; upon request from Director/Manager and Supervision in addressing operational concerns by providing uniform direction and expertise in work practices, tools, equipment, procedures, and construction standards.
• Respond to and provide necessary support during local/system/mutual assistance emergencies.

Benefits

• National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.
• This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills.
• Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.
• National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
• Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior