Supervisor Construction Maintenance

aps•Deer Valley, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor Construction Maintenance provides leadership for overhead and underground construction, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution systems to serve new and existing customers. The role coordinates activities across crews, garage/warehouse, service personnel, and meter-reading employees, and helps ensure safe, reliable electric service through field operations, effective resource planning, and customer-focused project delivery. The position may involve work in the field or at an APS facility, including a power plant, job site, or community location. Employees are expected to reside in Arizona, or in New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees. Role types may change based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field, plus three years of experience in design, engineering, construction, operations, and/or maintenance of transmission and distribution electrical facilities, power plants, or related energy or construction industries; or an accepted alternative qualification.
As an alternative to a bachelor’s degree: completion of 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.
As an alternative to a bachelor’s degree: an equivalent combination of seven years of education and work experience in 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.
Ability to work in the field and/or at an APS facility as required by the role.
Residence in Arizona, or in New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees.

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 for new customer connections and ongoing system reliability.
Promote 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.
Minimize customer outages by implementing proper operating and restoration procedures.
Control construction costs within budget by scheduling resources to maximize productivity without sacrificing 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 emergent 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.