Supervisor Manhattan Substation Maintenance

ConEdison•New York, NY

5h•$90,000 - $142,500

About The Position

This supervisor is responsible for the safe performance of maintenance, construction, repair, inspection, and operational activities involving substations and associated equipment and structures. The role supervises and develops personnel, supports compliance with company policies and EH&S requirements, and promotes an accident-free culture, operational excellence, effective cost management, and an enhanced customer experience. The supervisor plans and assigns work, coordinates personnel and resources, monitors job progress, and works with planning groups to improve work plans. The role also provides coaching and on-the-job training, conducts job briefings and documented safety exchanges, coordinates materials and equipment, and interfaces with other company departments and personnel entering substations. The position uses work management software and includes a System Emergency Assignment, with work outside normal business hours during emergencies. Rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related work experience, plus 2 years of experience in operations, maintenance, or construction of power generation, transmission, or distribution equipment; equivalent education/experience is accepted.
Alternatively, an associate's degree and 4 years of related work experience, plus 4 years of experience in operations, maintenance, or construction of power generation, transmission, or distribution equipment.
Alternatively, a high school diploma/GED and 5 years of related work experience, plus 5 or more years of experience in operations, maintenance, or construction of power generation, transmission, or distribution equipment.
Technical experience or working knowledge of operation, maintenance, construction, inspection, and repair of electrical transmission and distribution systems, including substation operations, switchgear installation, grounding practices, circuit breaker mechanics, and electrical distribution transformers.
Computer literacy and practical ability with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and work management systems such as Maximo, Engage, and OSS.
Supervisory experience.
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers, support staff, management, and union representatives.
Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure and handle multiple concurrent assignments.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound business decisions.
Valid driver's license.
Respirator fit test, required annually.
Ability to respond to system emergencies.
Ability to work in all weather conditions and adverse environments, including excessive heat or cold, noise, confined spaces, high elevations, and near high-voltage or other high-energy systems.
Ability to drive for extended periods in heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions.
Ability to carry tools and materials while climbing ladders and scaffolds and entering confined spaces.
Ability to work in, under, and on top of company vehicles and equipment; climb ladders and stairs; and work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and other equipment.
Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations and to stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for the duration of the workday.
Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery such as jackhammers.
Ability to use hand-eye coordination to adjust equipment controls.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to use a personal vehicle and transport, store, and secure company laptops and other work equipment in the vehicle; mileage reimbursement is available through company procedure.
Must be approved to wear SCBA and/or a respirator.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, or construction of power generation, transmission, and distribution equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct on-the-job training, effective job briefings, and documented job site safety exchanges.
Supervise and direct mechanics, engineering inspectors, operators, and subordinate titled personnel performing substation maintenance, construction, repair, inspection, and operational work.
Plan, organize, schedule, and assign personnel based on project schedules and operational needs while optimizing productivity.
Ensure work complies with operating procedures, OSHA laws, safety procedures, and environmental rules and regulations.
Mentor and develop personnel and ensure compliance with Standards of Business Conduct, EH&S, EEO, substance abuse, security, and other applicable company policies and procedures.
Coach personnel on performance, administer on-the-job training, conduct job briefings and documented safety exchanges, and enforce housekeeping practices.
Enforce contractual and local work rules and assign personnel in accordance with weekly work and station schedules.
Interface with other Con Edison departments and personnel entering substations, including Electric Operations, Transmission Operations, and Central Engineering.
Attend daily management meetings, report job progress, understand work scopes, and submit clear and concise Work Permit Requests.
Work with Field Planners and the Central Planning group to improve work plans and provide feedback.
Order, coordinate, account for, and ensure timely availability and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment.
Promote a Zero Accident Culture, diversity and inclusion, operational excellence, effective cost management, and an enhanced customer experience.
Ensure personnel, tools, and materials are used safely and effectively, and incorporate Human Performance Improvement tools into daily activities.
Use work management software such as Engage, Maximo, and Datasplice.
Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.
Respond to system emergencies and work non-business hours during emergencies, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Travel to company locations for storm restoration and heat contingencies.