Supervisor Construction Maintenance

APS•Phoenix, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor Construction Maintenance provides leadership for overhead and underground electric distribution construction, operation, and maintenance to serve new and existing customers. The role coordinates the activities of crews, garage and warehouse staff, servicemen, and meter reading employees. It supports safe, reliable electric service by directing field operations, prioritizing work and resources, partnering with operational support teams, and fostering safety, teamwork, and accountability. The position includes coordinating line crews and servicemen, managing construction resources and costs, minimizing customer outages, maintaining vehicle and equipment fleets, and promoting safe work practices. It also supports emergency restoration and after-hours duty responsibilities and may involve participation in local community activities. Work is performed in the field and/or at an APS facility, potentially including a power plant, job site, or community location. Employees are expected to reside in Arizona, or in New Mexico if based at Four Corners. Role types may change based on business need.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, plus three years of experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants, or related energy or construction industries.
Alternatively, a four-year electrical apprenticeship program and Journeyman experience, plus three years of relevant experience in transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants, or related energy or construction industries.
Alternatively, an equivalent combination of seven years of education and work experience in the design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants, or related energy or construction industries.
Experience supporting or leading construction, maintenance, or utility operations teams.
Knowledge of overhead and underground distribution systems and related field operations.
Ability to coordinate multiple crews, resources, and priorities in a dynamic environment.
Strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and team success.
Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and reliable customer service.
Ability to make informed decisions and support employees in achieving shared goals.

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, and federal regulations.
Excellent project management, business planning, and negotiating skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and support crews responsible for overhead and underground electric distribution construction and maintenance.
Coordinate field operations to help ensure customers receive safe, reliable electric service.
Partner with crews, service personnel, and operational support teams to deliver projects and respond to customer needs.
Prioritize work activities and resources to support new customer connections and ongoing system reliability.
Foster safety, teamwork, and accountability across multiple work groups, and provide direction to help teams meet operational goals.
Coordinate line crews and servicemen to ensure fully staffed crews are available and construction is completed on time through effective time management, cooperation, and adequate resources.
Implement proper operating and restoration procedures to minimize customer outages.
Schedule resources to maximize productivity, control construction costs within budget, and maintain customer service.
Resolve differences through open communication and accurate interpretation of company policies and labor agreements.
Maintain effective vehicle and equipment fleets and ensure systematic, efficient maintenance programs.
Promote safety awareness and reduce accidents through safety meetings, tailboard sessions, and safe work procedures and practices.
Support emergency restoration efforts, after-hours duty responsibilities, and union crews as needed.
May participate on local community boards, attend local council meetings, and lead or participate in community seasonal events.