What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leak Chaser Gas Operations Supervisor position at CenterPoint Energy?
Date: Jan 14, 2025
Location: Minneapolis, MN, US, 55419 Brooklyn Park, MN, US, 55445
Company: CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.
Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
To supervise and direct the operation and maintenance of the distribution system in accordance with established plans, policies, and procedures. Provide our customers with a safe and adequate energy supply. Coach and develop the Field Operations Team ensuring desired individual performance, desired team performance and maintain a cohesive team environment. Participate as an effective team member of Field Operations that strategically supports company and corporate goals and objectives.
Essential Functions
- Observes, coaches, develops employees, and improves individual and team performance by creating an environment that allows individuals and teams to contribute to their maximum potential.
- Conducts timely and effective performance discussions.
- Upholds the corporate affirmative action commitment and ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
- Implements Field Operation’s strategic plan. Monitors plan results to ensure the highest level of customer driven, safe, cost effective, quality results that assure compliance with all internal and external codes, policy, procedures, and standards.
- Participates in Field Operations development of department goals, expense/capital budgets and collective bargaining contract administration. Participates in a manner that supports department, company and corporate objectives, values, and services.
- Coordinates fleet maintenance and maintains adequate supply of materials, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete work.
- Cost effectively manages Field Operation activities to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. Initiates regular contact with internal and external customers to understand their needs and expectations and build positive relations. Resolves customer complaints in a timely and constructive manner.
- Implements and administers policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for our customers, employees, and the public. Includes supervising emergency situations, assuming weekly night callout as required, promoting safety awareness to employees, and assuring the availability of safety equipment to ensure the customer an adequate and safe energy supply.
- Must report/respond to jobsites when emergencies are occurring any time of day, night, or weekend.
Education Description
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Will consider relevant job-related for non-degree candidates and leadership experience.
Experience
Requires at least five (5) years of experience in one of the following: gas and/or electric operations, accounting, engineering or related field or three (3) years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree.
Requires a valid state issued driver's license and ability to maintain a good driving record.
Working Conditions
- Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
- Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT safety sensitive positions.
- Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
- Able to work regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.
- Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
- Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion.
We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to you
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
- Transit subsidies
- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
- Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 01/14/2025
Posting End Date: 01/21/2025
Posting Start Date: 01/14/2025
Posting End Date: 01/21/2025
This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
