Supervisor Construction Maintenance

APS • Yuma, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
SummaryThe Supervisor of Construction Maintenance provides leadership for overhead and underground distribution construction, operations, and maintenance to support reliable service for both new and existing customers. This role coordinates and directs the activities of field crews, garage and warehouse personnel, servicemen, and meter reading employees to ensure safe, efficient, and timely execution of work.

Yuma Location

Requirements

• Bachelors' degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field plus three (3) years' experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
• In lieu of Bachelor's degree, an equivalent combination of seven (7) years education and working experience in design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants or related energy or construction industries.
• Must live within the assigned geographic area (Yuma,AZ) with the ability to commute to work sites of service area and ability/availability to oversee emergent work during nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership qualities and effective interpersonal skills.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of utility operations, construction,safety standards, IBEW contract and local/state/federal regulations.
• Excellent project management, business planning, and negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate line crews and servicemen to ensure that fully staffed crews are always available. Provide timely completion of construction through effective time management, cooperation with internal and external customers, and maintenance of adequate resources.
• Ensure minimal customer outage through implementation of proper operating and restoration procedures.
• Control construction costs to within budget by scheduling resources to maximize productivity without sacrificing customer service.
• Resolve differences by encouraging and practicing open communication and accurate interpretation of company policies and labor agreements.
• Maintain effective vehicle and equipment fleets and ensure systematic and efficient maintenance programs.
• Promote safety awareness and accident reductions through safety meetings, tailboard sessions, and implementation of safe work procedures/practices.
• Support emergent restoration efforts and after hour duty responsibilities and union crews as needed.
• May participate on local community boards, join in local council meetings, and lead or participate in community seasonal events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees