Superintendent Substation Power Equipment Engineering

NiSource•Valparaiso, IN

About The Position

Job Summary The position is to provide leadership in the areas of operation, maintenance, and construction of systems and infrastructure while assuring system reliability, public and employee safety, cost effectiveness, and proper asset management. Essential Functions Administers the Safety Program for the area of responsibility. Integrates and promotes human performance concepts. Performs regular job site observations. Helps develop and monitor the training of department personnel. Directs daily functions through Supervisors in the areas of field-specific maintenance, construction, and emergency work. Coordinates utilization of company management systems for maintenance areas within the area of responsibility. Reviews maintenance and construction schedules for the area and assures coordination with other departments, districts, customers, and other areas as required. Administers clerical and physical union agreements. Assists in the development of the annual Operating and Maintenance budget. Coordinates with other departments in identifying capital replacement of equipment in their operating area. Approves all timesheets, vacation schedules, and expense accounts within the area of responsibility. Communicate system changes with employees in their area. Reviews reports on abnormal system conditions, analyzes the problem, and initiates corrective measures. Coordinates standby responsibilities for the area. Is engaged in all emergencies pertaining to major equipment and system issues. Works with appropriate groups for restoration of service. Promotes and utilizes company-associated equipment and technology. Participates in interviews of prospective employees and recommends hiring as well as discharging. Periodically assumes the duties of the Regional Manager. Participates on committees and attend seminars as required. Participates in all storm and/or emergency activities across the territory as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or 5+ years of equivalent substation related field experience
Completed and successfully passed all formal training classes pertaining to the position
Advanced knowledge of electric operations systems and equipment
Ability to lead, coach, and develop others
Ability to read and interpret maps, prints, records, standards, and engineering drawings
Ability to use a PC and associated software
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills; ability to interact with customers and employees
Knowledge of budgeting systems
Knowledge of Bargaining Unit Agreements
Skilled in the Work Management tools and MDT operations
Proficient in the construction and maintenance practices within the electric and/or gas operation
Ability to manage O&M and Capital Budgets
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 or various software applications.
Knowledge of Electric System Emergency and Storm Restoration plans
Valid driver’s license
Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Performed the duties of a Field Operations Supervisor

Responsibilities

Administers the Safety Program for the area of responsibility.
Integrates and promotes human performance concepts.
Performs regular job site observations.
Helps develop and monitor the training of department personnel.
Directs daily functions through Supervisors in the areas of field-specific maintenance, construction, and emergency work.
Coordinates utilization of company management systems for maintenance areas within the area of responsibility.
Reviews maintenance and construction schedules for the area and assures coordination with other departments, districts, customers, and other areas as required.
Administers clerical and physical union agreements.
Assists in the development of the annual Operating and Maintenance budget.
Coordinates with other departments in identifying capital replacement of equipment in their operating area.
Approves all timesheets, vacation schedules, and expense accounts within the area of responsibility.
Communicate system changes with employees in their area.
Reviews reports on abnormal system conditions, analyzes the problem, and initiates corrective measures.
Coordinates standby responsibilities for the area.
Is engaged in all emergencies pertaining to major equipment and system issues.
Works with appropriate groups for restoration of service.
Promotes and utilizes company-associated equipment and technology.
Participates in interviews of prospective employees and recommends hiring as well as discharging.
Periodically assumes the duties of the Regional Manager.
Participates on committees and attend seminars as required.
Participates in all storm and/or emergency activities across the territory as needed.