Operating Supervisor - Gas Pressure Control

ConEdison • New York, NY

3d • $90,000 - $142,500

About The Position

The Operating Supervisor directs Pressure Control Operating Mechanic activities; coordinates with interstate pipeline representatives; oversees required inspections and maintenance; troubleshoots issues; and supports gas distribution projects. The role provides timely performance updates, supports regional operations, monitors departmental goals, and prioritizes field work such as pressure adjustments, testing, inspections, and regulator equipment installation and maintenance. The Supervisor communicates operating procedures, engineering plans, and specifications to ensure proper installation and repair of gas distribution facilities. Within 12–18 months of starting, the Supervisor must become Operator Qualified in all covered tasks under their supervision.

This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Requirements

• One of the following education and experience combinations: bachelor's degree and 2 years of full-time work experience operating and maintaining a gas distribution system; associate's degree and 4 years of such experience; or high school diploma/GED and 5 years of such experience.
• At least 2 years of gas regulator and elevated-pressure regulating equipment maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of gas transmission and distribution systems.
• Ability to use small hand and power tools.
• Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Demonstrated time management and priority-setting skills.
• Ability to interpret basic information on drawings.
• Thoroughness, dependability, commitment to quality, and strong mechanical skills.
• Required driver's license.
• Ability to become Operator Qualified in all covered tasks under supervision within 12–18 months of starting.
• Ability to respond to system emergencies and work emergency, off-hours, weekend, and holiday call-out assignments as needed.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including excessive heat and cold, and in adverse conditions such as noise, confined spaces, and high elevations.
• Ability to drive for extended periods through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to carry tools and materials while climbing ladders and scaffolds and entering confined spaces.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and in and out of manholes and excavations; work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and other equipment; and perform work in underground vaults through manholes.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for the duration of the workday.
• Ability to work with and near high-voltage or other high-energy systems.
• Ability to be approved to wear and use a full- or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), with no facial hair or other conditions that interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Ability to travel to company locations for storm restoration and heat contingencies.
• Ability to use hand-eye coordination to adjust equipment controls and wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.
• Ability to work with equipment having a manufacturer weight rating of 350 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree and 4 years of full-time work experience operating and maintaining a gas distribution system.
• FM Vision mapping systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Interface with interstate gas transmission pipeline representatives and perform mandated regulator equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Support central and regional gas distribution capital and maintenance projects, as well as mandated safety inspections and maintenance activities.
• Provide the Department Manager with accurate and timely information concerning activities and performance.
• Assist regional operating sections and manage activities associated with developing and reviewing performance against department goals and standards.
• Prioritize field operations, including seasonal pressure adjustments, annual performance tests, periodic inspection programs, and installation and maintenance of industrial customer regulator piping and equipment.
• Administer and communicate operating procedures, engineering plans, and specifications to ensure proper installation and repair of gas distribution facilities.
• Monitor and analyze activities to ensure departmental attainment of corporate and PSC-related performance goals and standards.
• Provide a workplace environment that fosters professionalism, safety, honesty, courtesy, concern, excellence, and teamwork.
• Supervise the administration and coordination of Pressure Control Operating Mechanic employees' activities.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.

Benefits

• Medical and pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with robust matching
• Employer-paid pension plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a matching contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Emergency backup child and elder care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program
• Commuter benefits
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Recognition program
• Life and long-term disability benefits

What This Job Offers

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