Substation Relay & Controls Supervisor

FirstEnergy • New Castle, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

FirstEnergy Pennsylvania Electric Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., is hiring a full-time, on-site Substation Relay & Controls Supervisor in New Castle, Pennsylvania. The supervisor directs employees performing electric transmission and distribution construction work, including substation installation and removal activities. The role supports safety, system reliability, emergency response, work coordination, employee development, and customer service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five to seven years of related work experience in an electrical field.
• Related experience in hazard response and knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools used to determine resources for construction and maintenance work.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in the operation, repair, and construction of the assigned transmission and distribution area.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and operation of electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Ability to learn computer applications such as CASCADE, CREWS, SAP, POWERON, and GIS, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specifications to personnel.
• Ability to coach, mentor, engage, and inspire people in their roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applied electricity, including AC and DC circuits and equipment.
• Questioning attitude and ability to learn, produce results, and develop relationships.
• Effective leadership and communication skills to direct others, ensure safety, and produce satisfactory work results.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with underground network construction and maintenance.
• Some supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and direct a strong commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Direct and supervise employees performing above- and below-grade electric transmission and distribution construction work.
• Direct substation workers installing and removing facilities such as breakers, switches, line traps, tuners, CCVTs, transformers, bus work, and associated steel or wood structures.
• Respond to and supervise resources during emergencies to support public safety and system reliability, including supervising and dispatching service-restoration crews during major storms.
• Monitor employee activities and enforce established work practices and methods in accordance with applicable manuals, handbooks, safety specifications, and construction standards.
• Request and coordinate the equipment, tools, materials, and supplies needed for work.
• Coordinate work with other departments and schedule construction, maintenance, repair, and testing activities.
• Provide effective internal and external customer service.
• Counsel employees, recommend corrective actions to meet performance standards, and recognize good work and work habits.
• Implement instruction and training for substation employees on established work practices and methods.
• Administer the Company and Regional Absenteeism Management Program and Regional Safety Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation.
• Company-sponsored pension plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution.
• Choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs.
• Skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED