Shift Supervisor, Steam Operations, 74th St Station

CECONY•New York, NY

2d•$90,000 - $149,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Supervisor at the 74th St Station helps ensure reliable production of electric and steam energy. The role leads a team and oversees the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of plant equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems. The supervisor ensures adherence to operational protocols and supports a culture of safety and excellence. The position supervises and supports union personnel, maintains operational records, develops staff, and oversees equipment startup and shutdown during normal and emergency conditions. The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment and may be required to work outside normal business hours during emergencies, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED and 5 years of experience in a power plant, US Navy, or merchant shipping environment; or an associate's degree and 4 years of such experience; or a bachelor's degree and 3 years of such experience.
Working knowledge of control room operations, boilers, high- and low-pressure auxiliary operations, plant troubleshooting, boiler mechanics, blueprint reading, and pipefitting.
Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures, operating orders, work permits, and appropriate personal protective equipment.
Proficiency with computer programs and applications such as Microsoft Office, Oracle, and Maximo.
Driver's license required.
NYC Stationary Engineer's License required upon hire.
Ability to respond to system emergencies and work in all weather conditions, including excessive heat and cold.
Ability to carry tools and materials while climbing ladders and scaffolds and entering confined spaces; work in, under, and on top of company vehicles and equipment; and work in adverse conditions, including noise, confined spaces, and high elevations.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and other equipment.
Ability to work in underground vaults through manholes and climb in and out of manholes and excavations.
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 and other high-energy systems.
Ability to be approved to wear and use a full- or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions interfering with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, such as jackhammers.
Ability to travel to company locations for storm restoration and heat contingencies.
Ability to use hand-eye coordination to adjust equipment controls and wear necessary PPE, including fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays.
Availability to work non-business hours during assigned emergency response duties, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicate clearly and logically, listen effectively, and allow others to express their thoughts without prejudging.
Use appropriate mainframe and/or personal computer applications and maintain system integrity through established security practices.
Supervise and support union personnel to ensure safe and reliable operations, accurate records, training, and morale, and fairly administer discipline and grievances in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Prepare, maintain, and ensure the integrity and currency of records and reference materials within the job scope.
Ensure good housekeeping practices in areas of responsibility.
Develop personnel through instruction, motivation, counselling, and appropriate training to improve efficiency and productivity.
Support subordinate morale and productivity; adhere to Company rules and the Collective Bargaining Agreement; determine disciplinary action; conduct interviews; participate in grievance settlements; and evaluate work performance.
Supervise equipment startup and shutdown under normal and emergency conditions, ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation, and decide whether to remove or restrict units from operation.
Maintain liaison with System Operations and CIG; prepare trouble reports and conduct related investigations.
Administer maintenance memoranda, work permits, and operating orders as required.
Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.