Substation Supervisor

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Johnson City, TN

1d•$54•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for Supervising the day to day 24/7 operations and strategic direction of the high voltage transmission grid and substation infrastructure including the maintenance, commissioning, and repair of transformers, transmission and distribution breakers, microprocessor and electromechanical relays, switches, apparatus, and Power Line Carrier (PLC) communication equipment associated with the high voltage transmission system, distribution infrastructure, and capital improvements projects.

Requirements

Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgeting
Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of the electric relaying, communication (SCADA), monitoring and control systems
Knowledge of the applicable processes, techniques and methods of an electrical substation
Knowledge of Cooperative policies and procedures
Knowledge of safety rules and procedures when working with energized electrical systems
Knowledge of the installation, operation, and maintenance of substation equipment
Knowledge of the laws, theories, rules and standards pertaining to electrical construction and maintenance
Skilled in monitoring and managing performance
Skilled in establishing and communicating performance expectations and metrics
Skilled in time management
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Skilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
Associate’s Degree in Electrical Power and Controls, Electronics Technology, or related field
Directly related experience may substitute for education
Five years of Substation Technician III or equivalent experience
Four years of demonstrated leadership experience
Valid Texas Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy

Responsibilities

Supervise and oversee all power quality initiatives, maintain a time based maintenance approach according to the Cooperative’s Substation Equipment Maintenance Standards Plan and manufacturer recommendations
Provide support and expert technical knowledge for substation and distribution capital improvement projects
Supervise annual maintenance and inspection program for substation power and auto transformers, transmission breakers, circuit switchers, distribution breakers, microprocessor and electromechanical protection relays, Power Line Carrier communication equipment, and other key substation equipment
Provide support and oversee commissioning, including microprocessor protective relay programming and testing, trip check and function test all new substation equipment
Supervise the energization of new substations
Evaluate and interpret dissolved gas analysis and fluid quality analysis reports and implement recommendations for corrective action
Supervise and provide support in complex testing and analysis to resolve problems and discrepancies related to Power Line Carrier communications, remote terminal end units, and data associated for reliable operation of the high voltage transmission grid
Prepare and present status of capital improvement projects for management
Conduct and train employees in electrical testing, including transformer turns ratio, digital low resistance ohmmeter, fluid dielectric tests, power factor, winding resistance, sweep frequency response analysis, etc.
Guide technicians with reading and understanding schematics, cable schedules, wire diagrams, substation one-line diagrams and various manufacturer’s software packages to operate electronic test equipment .
Supervise and oversee the installation of mobile substations for substation construction projects and to perform maintenance of substation power transformers
Assist in developing a departmental training program for substation maintenance and testing
Assist in developing short and long term Capital, Operations and Maintenance budgets to support the Cooperative Strategic Plan
Interpret, explain and enforce cooperative policies, procedures
Communicate with schedulers and project management team regarding project status
Inforce safety rules and address issues with department team
Guide and direct technicians in the operation of electronic testing equipment
Guide and direct technicians in the proper method to modify and correct protection and control prints
Perform emergency Call-Out duty for all substation issues including power outages
Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
Implement corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with management
Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues, then work to resolve problems
Teach and instruct employees in job duties and company policies or arrange for training to be provided ..
Evaluate employees' job performance and conformance to regulations and recommend appropriate personnel action
Recruit, instruct and supervise subordinates
Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff
Develop and review operating procedures
Develop and manage department budget
Establish work priorities and activities
Recommend promotions, transfers, hires and other disciplinary action
Establish metrics and prepare monthly reports
Coordinate activities with other departments
Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned