Supervisor Regional Operations Line and Substation

About the position

This is an open position with Jersey Central Power and Light, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [JCPL] This Line Supervisor position is posted for all of northern NJ. The final location will be determined based on business need. The following locations are under consideration for the successful candidate. Boonton 46 Parsippany Blvd, Boonton, NJ 07005 Dover Richboynton Road, Dover, NJ 07801 Flemington 147 Route 31 South, Flemington NJ 08822 Newton 112 Hampton House Road Rt. 206, Newton NJ 07860 Summit 52 Chatham Road, Summit NJ 07901 Washington 15 Kinnaman Avenue, Washington NJ 07882 West Warton Dewey Avenue, Wharton, NJ The successful candidate can anticipate a salary within the following range pending education, experience, and equity. \$135,660 - \$191,520 This position supervises employees engaged in complex construction, maintenance, repair, testing, and operation of the electric transmission and distribution system.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrating and directing a solid commitment to all aspects of safety
  • Directing and supervising employees engaged in electric transmission and distribution line work
  • Directing line workers in the installation of energized lines, transferring circuit loads, directing cutovers from poles and equipment to new or temporary installations, and locating faults on distribution voltages and street light circuits
  • Responding and supervising resources during emergency conditions to support public safety and system reliability, as well as supervising and dispatching service restoration crews during major storms
  • Monitoring the activities of employees and enforcing conformance to established work practices and methods, (according to Preferred Practices Manual, Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety Specifications and Construction Standards)
  • Requesting and coordinating the availability of necessary equipment, tools, materials, and supplies required
  • Coordinating work with other departments and scheduling construction, maintenance, repair, or test work
  • Demonstrating sound internal and external customer service
  • Counseling employees, recommending corrective actions required to meet performance standards, and acknowledging good work and work habits
  • Implementing instruction and training of line employees in the established work practices and methods utilized throughout the department
  • Administering Company and Regional Absenteeism Management Program and Regional Safety Plan
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 5-7 years’ related work experience in an electrical field is required.
  • Related work experience includes hazard responding, knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools which would be used to determine the resources necessary to perform construction and maintenance work activities
  • An advanced level of knowledge and experience in operations, repair, and construction of assigned Transmission and Distribution area
  • Advanced level knowledge of principles and operation of electric transmission and distribution systems
  • Able to learn various computer applications (CREWS, SAP, POWERON, GIS) and Microsoft Office
  • Able to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specifications to personnel
  • Able to coach, mentor, engage, and inspire people to excel in their roles
  • Demonstrated knowledge of applied electricity including AC and DC circuits and equipment
  • Possess a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and develop relationships
  • Effective leadership skills to communicate with and direct work of others to ensure safety and produce satisfactory work results

Nice-to-haves

  • Some supervisory experience is preferred

Benefits

  • competitive pay plus incentive compensation
  • a company-sponsored pension plan
  • 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
  • a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
  • skills development training with tuition reimbursement
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