Senior Distribution Lines Supervisor

FirstEnergy Corp; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

Job summary

FirstEnergy Corp is seeking an on-site supervisor for the Central Region of Ohio Edison, with responsibilities spanning direct supervision of field crews, safety program accountability, and coordination with multiple departments to meet construction schedules.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, compliance with labor agreements, field training, and continuous improvement to support reliable service to customers and communities in Ohio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required plus 7 years related experience in an electrical field.

Responsibilities

• Directing and supervising employees engaged in complex construction, maintenance, repair, testing and operation of electric transmission & distribution systems.
• Developing and maintaining a strong awareness and personal accountability for safety among employees reporting to this position.
• Monitoring the activities of employees and enforcing conformance to established work practices and methods (Preferred Practices Manual, Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety Specifications and Construction Standards) while maintaining a high level of safety commitment throughout day-to-day functions.
• Implementing instruction and training of employees in the established work practices and methods utilized throughout the department.
• Understanding and following procedures, safe work practices and compliance with the terms and conditions of the labor agreement.
• Requesting and coordinating the availability of necessary equipment tools, materials and supplies required.
• Coordinating work with other departments and assisting with development of work plan; ensuring requirements of construction schedule are achieved.
• Carrying out work plan through adherence to work scope, priority, resource optimization and sharing; ensuring timely and cost-efficient completion of work which includes assurance that close out information is forwarded to the appropriate entities.
• Counseling employees, recommending corrective actions required to meet performance standards and acknowledging good work and work habits.
• Administering Company and Regional Absenteeism Management Program and Regional Safety Plan.
• Driving continuous improvement across the business unit and FirstEnergy.
• Responding to emergency conditions to support public safety and system reliability.
• Continually seeking opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and broaden/deepen relationships; anticipating customers' needs and propose alternative solutions when necessary.
• Executing the performance management process by providing feedback and coaching on an ongoing basis throughout the year by discussing development opportunities, performance issues, and changes that are occurring.

Skills

Leadership

Safety program knowledge

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SAP

FLEX

GIS

Cascade

FWRD

Job description

FirstEnergy Corp is seeking an on-site supervisor for the Central Region of Ohio Edison, with responsibilities spanning direct supervision of field crews, safety program accountability, and coordination with multiple departments to meet construction schedules.

The role emphasizes safety leadership, compliance with labor agreements, field training, and continuous improvement to support reliable service to customers and communities in Ohio.