Supervisor, Electric Field Operations

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

23h

About The Position

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.). Role and Scope of Position: Provides leadership to ensure the safe, timely and efficient completion of work efforts relating to the construction, operation, maintenance, and emergency restoration of the electric distribution and transmission systems. Ensures effective coordination among and between individuals and departments in the district/division. Actively promotes and enforces a safety-first work environment and positive safety culture. Engages and motivates employees to deliver the best possible customer experience. Eversource is a leader in enabling a clean energy future for New England. We are making significant investments in our electric transmission and distribution system to support the integration of clean energy resources such as solar and wind power, electric vehicles, new gas and energy storage technologies. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented, and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and who know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration and support each other in working safely every day. We are looking for talented individuals who strive to take their careers to the next level as a Supervisor to help us continue enhancing New England’s largest energy delivery system and enabling a Clean Energy Future! Could this be you? For a look into a day in the life of a supervisor, watch this video: https://youtu.be/IuaU1SJ-45A This position will focus on Underground Transmission Work. Projects are throughout the Connecticut and Western MA. Transmission Underground (UG) Supervisor – CT/WMA The Transmission Underground (UG) Supervisor for the CT/WMA region oversees underground transmission lines, vaults , and three Cross Sound underwater cables spanning two states. The system is currently undergoing significant modernization. Current responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: CBYD (Call Before You Dig) responses Encroachment investigations Project coordination across multiple internal and external groups, including: Capital Projects Substations Testing Contractors Asset Management Interference dig support and on-site oversight Cathodic protection system investigation, repair, and replacement Vault inspections and coordination DGA gas sampling and testing Emergency response Emergency spare parts management for all three states Budget preparation and management Employee safety audits Training coordination, including: Supervisor-led training Contractor training Training department–led programs

Requirements

Working knowledge of methods, work practices, and procedures regarding the safe construction, operation, and maintenance of electric T&D facilities and infrastructure at both secondary and primary operating voltages.
Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must maintain switching and tagging qualifications
Must have a strong knowledge of computers and related technology and have the ability to learn and utilize available information technologies.
Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word & Excel)
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related experience required
Five to ten years of related experience is required.
Valid Motor Vehicle License required.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in electric distribution is preferred.
Previous experience in a supervisory role is also preferred.
D.O.T. Driver’s License preferred

Responsibilities

Accountable for the safe execution of field activities.
Sets safety expectations with employees.
Resolves safety issues/concerns in an appropriate and timely manner.
Communicates safety lessons learned and promotes continuous learning of safe work methods, practices, and procedures.
Makes decisions and prioritizes work to ensure the safe and appropriate use of assigned resources.
Sets clear expectations and provides ongoing feedback to employees regarding their performance.
Effectively addresses performance issues.
Conducts comprehensive performance reviews (per applicable bargaining unit contract).
Responsible for the proper application of local union contracts and agreements.
Works with managers and employees to resolve grievances and concerns in a timely and complete manner.
Participates in pre-construction reviews and other activities to ensure the timely and efficient execution of field operations.
Coordinates work with other utilities, other Eversource departments, and outside contractors as necessary.
Ensures work complete within budgetary guidelines.
Prepares, reviews, and approves time, expense, materials and other company records in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with established guidelines.
Demonstrates and role models a customer-first attitude.
Seeks to quickly resolve customer issues by collaborating with employees and other departments.
Fulfills storm duty assignments and participates in on-call rotation as required.