This position is responsible for supervising all substation operations and grounds, with responsibility over total divisional operations involving the planning, direction, and coordination of all work activities for all employees, substation operations, maintenance, and construction. The incumbent is responsible for the efficient operation of these areas, and the coordination of activities with other departments, governmental agencies, and the public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following and other duties as assigned:

• Exercises general supervision over the Electric Substation and Relay Division. Makes recommendations to and confers with the Director of Electric Operations regarding division activities, general policies and goals.
• Schedules and supervises personnel; conducts fair and honest performance appraisals, identifies and manages employee development needs, coaches and assists employees with job-related concerns, and establishes and maintains a positive, safe, and productive working environment.
• Assists with department operating and capital expenditure budgets submitted for approval, and operates department within the approved budgets.
• Plans, develops, and supervises all scheduling and maintenance for work activities involved in substation operations, including technical support and work site visits. Assists in cost estimates for proposed maintenance or repair jobs.
• Maintains labor and material records.
• Conducts continued studies and reviews on-the-job methods, construction standards, and equipment utilization in an effort to improve efficiency and service.
• Confers with operating supervisors, engineering personnel, and consultants on new facilities, operating problems, and technical questions that may arise.
• Creates and develops policies/procedures and prepares technical reports for continued system improvement and quality control.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Professional Knowledge

Possesses and applies advanced knowledge and understanding of the practices, procedures and methods used in all phases of electric transmission and distribution, power line construction, operation, and maintenance; considerable knowledge of electric theory; considerable knowledge of modern business and management principles. Familiar with associated safety programs (lockout/tag out, confined space, hazmat, safe trenching, MOT, DOT, etc.). Possesses a thorough understanding of the budget process, to include O&M and CIP, as well as the purchasing rules and properly accounting for labor and all other expenses.  

Communication

Must possess the ability to effectively exchange information with others; provides clear, concise information to others in verbal, written, electronic, and other communication formats for public and organizational consumption; listens actively and empathetically to the views of others; delivers critical information to all stakeholders; seeks further information to clarify ambiguity; provides constructive feedback effectively; ensures effective communication throughout the organization; provides thoughtful feedback in appropriate situations; provides proactive communications; demonstrates an understanding of the audience’s perspective; treats constructive feedback as a developmental opportunity; welcomes the opportunity to discuss competing points of view; helps others consider new perspectives; leads effective and efficient meetings; utilizes communication technology.

Ethical Practice

Must possess the ability to integrate core values, integrity, and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices; maintains confidentiality; acts with personal, professional, and behavioral integrity; responds immediately to all reports of unethical behavior or conflicts of interest; empowers all employees to report unethical behavior or conflicts of interest without fear of reprisal; shows consistency between espoused and enacted values; acknowledges mistakes; applies power or authority appropriately; recognizes personal bias and others’ tendency toward bias, and takes measures to mitigate the influence of bias in business decisions; maintains appropriate levels of transparency in organizational practices; manages political and social pressures when making decisions.

Relationship Management

Must possess the ability to manage interactions to provide service and to support the organization; establishes credibility in all interactions; treats all employees, customers, vendors, and the like with respect and dignity; builds engaging relationship with all organizational stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communication; demonstrates approachability and openness; manages internal and external relationships in ways that promote the best interests of all parties; fosters effective teambuilding among employees.

Leadership

Must possess the ability to contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization; exhibits behaviors consistent with and conforming to organizational culture; fosters collaboration; understands the most effective and efficient way to accomplish tasks within the parameters of organizational hierarchy, processes, systems, and policies; develops solutions to overcome potential obstacles to successful implementation of initiatives; demonstrates agility and expertise when supporting the initiatives of others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To perform successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, such as general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, contractors/vendors, and employees of NSBU.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to foresee needs for upgrades and expansion based on regulatory actions and growth trends.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanic parts; high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; and outside weather conditions, including extreme cold, heat, and risk of electrical shock.

Education and Experience

This position requires the following education and experience:

High School Diploma/GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or a related field preferred. A minimum of five years of experience in substation and relay maintenance required. A minimum of five years of experience in supervisory work required.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

This position requires the following certifications, licenses, and/or registrations:

None.

Other Qualifications

Florida Driver's License Class E required. Ability to work flexible hours, as required. Employee is subject to call-outs at all hours of the day and night, on weekends, and holidays, and is expected to report to work when called. Employee must respond to 350 Slaton Street within forty minutes of receiving a call. Employee must maintain a working phone number. 

NSBU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. All employment decisions, including hiring, promoting, disciplining, or discharging are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic that is protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

Veteran’s Preference. We value the service veterans and their family members have given to our country. We support the hiring of returning service members, veterans, and military spouses. Veteran’s preference is applied during our recruiting process.

If you require an accommodation to submit your application or resume, please contact our Human Resources office at (386) 424-3570.

NSBU is a local government organization and a Drug Free Workplace.