Substation Relay & Controls Supervisor

FirstEnergy • New Castle, PA

22h • 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 role directs and supervises employees performing electric transmission and distribution construction and substation work, while promoting safety, system reliability, and effective service restoration. The supervisor coordinates construction, maintenance, repair, and testing activities; arranges required equipment, tools, materials, and supplies; and works with other departments. The role also supports employee development and performance, administers company and regional safety and absenteeism programs, and responds to emergency conditions. The position is classified as exempt.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five to seven years of related electrical-field work experience, including hazard response and knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools used to determine resources for construction and maintenance activities.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in operations, repair, and construction in 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 to excel in their roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applied electricity, including AC and DC circuits and equipment.
• A questioning attitude and ability to learn, produce results, and develop relationships.
• Effective leadership skills to communicate with and direct others to ensure safety and 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 engaged in above- and below-grade electric transmission and distribution construction work.
• Direct substation workers in installing and removing substation facilities, including 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 conformance with established work practices and methods, including those in the Preferred Practices Manual, Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety Specifications, and Construction Standards.
• Request and coordinate the availability of necessary equipment, tools, materials, and supplies.
• Coordinate work with other departments and schedule construction, maintenance, repair, and test work.
• Provide sound 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 in established departmental 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