Distribution Electrician Supervisor (Smart Grid Operations) - For Austin Energy Employees Only

Job Description:

Distribution Electrician Supervisor (Smart Grid Operations) - For Austin Energy Employees Only

Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of relevant work experience, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Drivers License ( CDL ) or ability to acquire license and/or endorsements within 120 days of employment.
• Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.

Notes to Applicants
The Distribution Electrician Supervisor ( DES ) position oversees personnel performing overhead and underground distribution construction, maintenance, and restoration activities. This position also oversees the Calibration Lab for Field Operations as well as personnel performing SCADA commissioning and maintenance associated with the Distribution Smart Grid Operations Team. The ideal candidate will have: experience working as a Distribution Electrician, managing multiple distribution projects, and safely providing oversight during normal day and restoration periods; experience working with or within Work Management systems and Asset Management programs while providing project updates and completion timelines; the ability to present analytical data and communicate project scope and performance-based reporting to Management. This position will require the employee to perform site visits to meet with project coordinators and perform crew audits. This position will be required to Manage Schedules, and financial activities. This position is considered essential and will also be responsible for leading crews on mutual aid deployments.

Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Employment Application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
• Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
• This position requires a criminal background investigation.

Commercial Driver License:
This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one within 120 days of employment. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Work Schedule:
This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin. Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends.
Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Monday - Friday
6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This position is classified as essential. Please see Work Schedule section below regarding essential personnel.
Job Close Date 09/30/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Energy Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 2500 Montopolis Drive, Austin, TX 78741 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Direct utility experience working as a Crew Leader leading three (3) or more employees in daily tasks with construction, maintenance, and/or restoration work groups on medium voltage systems (1kv - 100kv)
• Experience working with financial system such as WORKS (Purchasing Card Software)
• Experience working with utility management programs such as, Advanced Distribution Management System ( ADMS )/Field Client, Integrated Tools for Operation (iTOA), Maximo, UKG and Smartsheet
• Experience working within a Quality Management System Systems ( QMS ) such as ISO 9001
• Experience working with Distribution Construction Standards and Design Guidelines for both overhead and underground facilities
• Experience interfacing with and providing detailed information to internal and external customers
• Experience working with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition ( SCADA ) devices utilized in medium voltage distribution systems
• Knowledge of cycle-based calibrations, testing, and documentation associated with distribution tools and equipment such as Rubber Gloves, Insulated Sticks/Guards, Volt Meters, Amp Meters, etc.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Assigns, organizes, and monitors task completion for work group. Interprets, explains and enforces City policies, procedures, building codes, specifications and ordinances. Communicates with schedulers regarding work orders. Monitors safety issues for work group. Operates line work tools and equipment. Performs repair, installation, maintenance or removal of electric utility facilities and equipment as required. Performs emergency electric system restoration as necessary.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution design and construction standards.
• Knowledge of applicable Austin Energy and OSHA safety regulations.
• Knowledge of local environmental requirements for construction and maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in estimating time, material and labor for job assigned.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps and written specifications.
• Ability to work in field conditions, temperature extremes, and other inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with subordinates, management, city employees, and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position require Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of relevant work experience, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
* Are you a current Austin Energy employee?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License within 120 days of employment?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that internal hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points (CDP) within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

* This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

* Describe your direct utility crew leader experience leading three (3) or more employees in daily tasks within the construction, maintenance, and/or restoration work groups on medium voltage systems (1kv - 100kv).
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with financial and budgeting systems such as eCOMBS (O&M budget software) and WORKS (purchasing card software).
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with utility management programs such as Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS)/Field Client, Integrated Tools for Operation (iTOA), Maximo, and Smartsheet.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working within a Quality Management System (QMS) such as ISO 9001 and completing required documentation.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with Distribution Construction Standards and Design Guidelines for both overhead and underground facilities.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience interfacing with and providing detailed information to internal and external customers.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience working with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) devices utilized in medium voltage distribution systems.
(Open Ended Question)
* In concise detail, describe your knowledge of cycle-based calibrations, testing, and documentation associated with distribution tools and equipment such as rubber gloves, insulated sticks/guards, volt meters, and amp meters.
(Open Ended Question)


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