Regional Operations Supervisor

Mypec; Texas; On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

KPI Bonuses

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) seeks a skilled supervisor for Construction and Service departments at the Oak Hill District Office in Oak Hill, TX. The role offers a starting base pay of $51.78 per hour plus KPI bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

The ideal candidate will supervise field and office staff, ensure safe, compliant construction of lines, manage fleet and equipment, approve invoices, track performance metrics, and support emergency restoration efforts while maintaining high

Qualifications

• Six years of electrically qualified utility experience.
• Two years of leadership experience.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL and MVR per PEC policy.
• DOL Journeyworker certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise employees in Construction and/or Service.
• Oversee construction and maintenance of overhead and underground lines.
• Manage fleet and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Approve purchases and invoices; control costs.
• Coordinate with other departments; report metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Safety compliance

Electrical knowledge

Performance monitoring

Communication

Training

Education

High School Diploma

DOL Journeyworker

Texas CDL Class A

Job description

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PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:PEC Oak Hill District Office - 9115 Circle Drive, Oak Hill, TX 78736

$51.78/hr. Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

This position is responsible for supervising employees in the Construction and/or Service Departments.

• Responsible for construction and maintenance of overhead and underground lines
• Maintain construction standards and acceptable specifications
• Manage fleet and equipment maintenance
• Lead and/or monitor job briefings and tail board meetings
• Approve purchasing invoices, work orders and focus on efficiency and cost controls
• Maintain a safe and reliable system for members and the general public
• Maintain and promote a safe work environment for employees
• Manage construction project completion
• Participate in emergency restoration and call-out duty
• Update the UC mapping system
• Participate in the process for damage claims
• Recommend and approve purchases and invoices
• Resolve customer complaints and answer customers' questions regarding department management policies and procedures
• Supervise the work of office, administrative or customer service employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems

• Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
• Implement corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with management
• Discuss job performance problems with employees to identify causes and issues and work to resolve problems
• Teach and instruct employees in job duties and company policies or arrange for training to be provided
• Evaluate employees' job performance and conformance to regulations and recommend appropriate personnel action
• Recruit, instruct and supervise subordinates
• Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff
• Develop and review operating procedures
• Develop and manage department budget
• Establish work priorities and activities
• Recommend promotions, transfers, hires and other disciplinary action
• Establish metrics and prepare monthly reports
• Coordinate activities with other departments
• Conduct and participate in safety meetings
• Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
• Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
• Maintain the security of confidential information
• Stay abreast of advances in technology
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities

A full range of supervisory activities, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for termination. This includes, but is not limited to, effectively communicating organizational policies and other information to subordinates, ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgeting
• Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
• Knowledge of principles of electricity, safety practices and codes
• Knowledge of electric power industry construction standards
• Knowledge of voltage testing equipment
• Skilled in monitoring and managing performance
• Skilled in establishing and communicating performance expectations and metrics
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
• Skilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problems
• Ability to teach employees to set up and disseminate information from various types of voltage testing equipment
• Ability to train and teach employees the art of troubleshooting and the safe, timely manner of power restoration; including substation, distribution lines and residential lines
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six years of electrically qualified utility experience
• Two years of leadership experience
• DOL Certified Journeyworker Preferred
• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 pounds
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee must be available for call out duty
• The employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective Equipment
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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