Gas Maintenance & Operations Supervisor

Gas Maintenance and Operations Supervisor

Job Title: Gas Maintenance & Operations Supervisor
Reports to: Manager - Regional Operations
Reporting location to Plattsburgh, NY
Salary Range $96,000- $120,000

Purpose

Supervises employees in the construction, operation and maintenance of gas distribution and transmission systems. Oversees, plans and schedules new construction work, preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections and training activities. Ensures that construction and maintenance is completed in accordance with construction standards, following approved policies, procedures, safety rules and budgets. May interact with customers (internal & external) to solve problems/concerns and ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees work of gas departments. Supervises to ensure safe and efficient operation of the daily field activities of both Company and various contractor construction crews. May resolve customer issues when needed. May provide assistance to Technical Services on new construction and rebuilding existing plants. Works closely with the PSC and local government agencies. (50%,P)
• Schedules the work of line or street crews. Assess the scope of projects and assigns the appropriate crew and skills balance. Arranges for any special equipment and insures that all material needs are met. (20%,P)
• Administers damage claims and billing, leak reports, time sheets, store orders, job kitting, work order balancing, material review, compliance with safety rules and regulations, standards of excellence and/or service guarantees. Monitors accuracy of Gas Records for auditing purposes and ensure compliance. (10%,P)
• Oversees construction office and support budget management. May coordinate department activities with local and state highway departmental officials. (10%,S)
• Supervises emergency restoration. (5%,S)
• Coordinates safety training, documentation, inspections, and accident investigations. May be responsible for labor relations contract administration and communications. May conduct employee evaluations for annual performance appraisal process. (5%,S)

Skills and Requirements

Education & Experience Required:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED required with 5 years’ relevant experience and the completion of the relevant progression program.
• Extensive knowledge of gas work and construction.
• Extensive knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance, labor agreement, safety manual, leak detection methods, procedures and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of industry codes including NEC, NESC, Hazmat, and OSHA.

Certifications:

• Valid Drivers License.
• May require various DOT Operator Qualifications.

Skills/Abilities:

• Results and customer service oriented.
• Good oral and written communications skills.
• Self directed work skills with emphasis on multitasking.
• Computer skills applicable to MS Word, MS Excel, SAP, MS Outlook.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be available for response to after hour's to work storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam,
background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal or state law.

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Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country