High-Voltage Transmission Line Supervisor

City and County of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

The City and County of San Francisco seeks a responsible supervisor to oversee the maintenance and repair of high voltage transmission and distribution lines, substations, and switchyards. Under direction, you will assign work, monitor safety, prepare time and material reports, and ensure reliable electrical infrastructure for the City and Bay Area.

Applicants must have six years as a journey-level line worker, a high school diploma, a valid California driver license (Class B within six months

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six years of verifiable journey-level line work experience with distribution and transmission systems ranging from 600 to 230,000 volts.
• California Class C driver’s license; San Francisco requires a Class B license within six months; Moccasin and Oakdale require a Class A license within six months.

Responsibilities

• Lays out, assigns and supervises subordinate personnel engaged in construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high voltage transmission and distribution lines and appurtenances under energized and de-energized conditions.
• Supervises and participates in the maintenance, operation, and adjustment of electrical transmission and primary power substations ranging from 600 to 230,000 voltage, including circuit breakers, relays, batteries, and controls.
• Assures safety precautions, tools and equipment are used when necessary to perform maintenance and repair work on energized lines.
• Supervises washing of insulators, cleaning and painting of poles and transmission towers under energized and de-energized conditions.
• Supervises inspection and patrolling of transmission lines, distribution lines, and clearance of right-of-way obstructions.
• Supervises inspection of switchgear, transformers and other auxiliary equipment for proper operation and condition.
• Prepares records and reports of time worked, work performed and materials and supplies utilized on various projects.
• Assists in development and advancement of subordinates through training and employee development programs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City and County of San Francisco seeks a responsible supervisor to oversee the maintenance and repair of high voltage transmission and distribution lines, substations, and switchyards. Under direction, you will assign work, monitor safety, prepare time and material reports, and ensure reliable electrical infrastructure for the City and Bay Area.

Applicants must have six years as a journey-level line worker, a high school diploma, a valid California driver license (Class B within six months