Operating Supervisor

Ohio Valley Electric Corporation; Portsmouth (OH); On-site; USD 118,809 - 123,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Days Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Ohio Valley Electric Corporation in Portsmouth, Ohio is seeking an Operating Supervisor to oversee the operation of generating units, ensuring efficiency and safety. Candidates must have at least four years of prior operations experience with control room responsibilities.

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off. Join us in contributing to our strategic goals aligned with our values and commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of operations experience preferred.
• External candidates must have control room operating experience equivalent to an Operating Supervisor.
• Completion of required coursework for internal advancement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and operate generating units efficiently.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices.
• Train and coach employees on operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Technical expertise in operations

Control room operating responsibilities

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Completion of Equipment Operator job classification

Boiler Basic

Boiler Chemistry for Operations

Turbine knowledge

Job description

Operating Supervisor

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Clifty Creek

Compensation: $10,646 - $11,090 / month

Description

Assist the Shift Operating Engineer/Senior Operating Supervisor in the supervision and operation of centrally controlled generating units consisting of boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, pumps, condensers and related emissions control (FGD system & AOD system) equipment, auxiliary and accessory equipment; assure the safe and continuous, efficient and economical operation on a shift basis.

Expected to align personal goals with OVEC/IKEC Strategic Business Plan, Mission, Vision and Values, as well as its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a centrally controlled generating unit consisting of boilers, turbines, generators, transformers, pumps, condensers, emissions control equipment, including FGD and AOD systems, and related auxiliary and accessory equipment.
• Personally commit to following safe work practices and instruct those under his/her supervision to follow safe work practices.
• Develop efficient work practices that lead to improved unit/company reliability and costs.
• Perform necessary training and development, as directed, to improve the job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness in meeting established goals and objectives.
• Supervise, train, coach, and direct employees in the normal and emergency operation of generating units and associated equipment; provide consistent feedback on performance and expectations. Assure the units are operated in a safe, efficient manner consistent with Descriptive Articles, Operating Guides, Operating Procedures, equipment manuals, good operating practices, and other industry standards.
• Verify job performance of direct reports through Field Observations and provide timely coaching, utilizing the OVEC Coaching Model.
• Prepare clearance permits for plant operating equipment.
• Work with the Shift Operating Engineer and with System Operations Coordinator in placing equipment into service or removing equipment from service. Coordinate equipment outage requests with System Operations Coordinator.
• Provide recommendations for the repair and/or replacement of critical components to reduce plant EFOR, improve availability and maintain environmental compliance.
• At the start of an assigned shift, become acquainted with newly issued instructions, plant operating conditions, load schedules and related matters; assure that all assisting personnel concerned are advised.
  • Conduct a thorough shift turnover at the beginning and end of each shift.
  • Review company communications on a daily basis via e‑mail, Company Correspondence, or Operating Notes.
• Perform a daily patrol of his/her assigned area (i.e., boiler, turbine, and associated equipment or FGD and associated equipment) to observe equipment operation and condition. Take corrective measures when deficiencies are discovered.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing of equipment deficiencies.
  • Closely monitor and respond to all alarms.
  • Monitor and enforce EO and AEO unit walk‑downs and equipment checks.
• Take corrective measures when deficiencies are discovered.
• Oversee the performance of turbines, generators, transformers, emissions controls, and other auxiliary equipment according to plant and system conditions.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports; supervise the preparation and maintenance of records and reports; log activities on and about assigned areas.
• Assume the duties of the Shift Operating Engineer as assigned.
• Investigate causes of complaint and assist when necessary.
• Provide assistance to the EO with the investigation of equipment issue when needed.
• Actively support and encourage the Continuous Improvement process. Promote team buy‑in and support team members with their ideas.
• Keep informed of the latest practices and procedures with regard to the development of plant equipment, its design and operation and consistently apply these to insure efficiency and economy in the operation of the department.
• Administer prescribed Company personnel policies and practices; make recommendations pertaining to hiring, classification, change of classification, rate change and discipline of department employees; carry out appropriate measures of corrective discipline with employees under his/her supervision.
• Perform duties in accordance with all applicable federal and state safety laws and regulations, and all applicable company safety rules and operating procedures; when supervising others, assure that safe work practices are followed and conduct safety meetings; make suggestions for the improvement of the safety program and encourage others to do so.
• Carry out within the assigned area of responsibility the Company’s program of Equal Employment Opportunity including its affirmative action obligations.
• Responsible for knowing and complying with the laws and Code of Business Conduct related to the performance of the aforementioned duties.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Appropriate leadership and technical experience satisfactory to Company needs.
• Four (4) years of Operations experience preferred.
• External candidates must have at least four (4) years of operations experience, including control room operating responsibilities at a level equivalent to an Operating Supervisor.

The criteria listed below describes the minimum technical qualifications required for the internal employee advancement to the Operating Supervisor (OS) classification.

1. Completion of all requirements for the Equipment Operator (EO) job classification, including all practical demonstrations and knowledge assessments.
2. For employees with less than (5) years operations experience, completion of the following coursework or equivalent technical knowledge.
   • Boiler Basic
   • Boiler Chemistry for Operations.
   • Turbine
3. Achieve a passing score (typically, 80%) on a closed‑book, verbal assessment for Unit and JBR start‑up activities.
4. Completion of (500) hours of step‑up to the OS classification.

Job Benefits

As a full‑time employee, the successful candidate will be eligible for full benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (with Employer contribution if enrolled in a qualifying medical plan)
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Pension & Savings Plan
• Paid Days Off
• Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Pay
• Monetary Incentives/Employee Incentive Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Additional Voluntary Benefits