Sr Distribution Supervisor

PSEG Long Island LLC; Hicksville (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paternity leave

Family leave programs

Behavioral health programs

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

PSEG Long Island LLC is seeking a Senior Distribution Supervisor to lead the electric distribution system’s operation and maintenance, including storm restoration and safety leadership. The role requires coordinating a union and management workforce and ensuring regulatory and safety standards are met.

The successful candidate will manage field operations, support emergency response, and drive continuous improvement across distribution services to deliver safe, reliable power to customers in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree with 6 years of electric utility experience in operation and maintenance of Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems.
• Or candidates without a degree with a minimum of 10 years of electric utility experience in the operation and maintenance of Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems will also be considered.
• Minimum of 6 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for Local Union 1049.
• Oral and written communication skills are necessary for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of the electric distribution system and support inspection activities for the electric transmission system.
• Supervise a rotating workforce of Electric Foremen and Emergency Service Specialists, providing leadership, coaching, and development to ensure operational excellence.
• Direct and coordinate field personnel during routine operations, emergency response activities, and complex operating conditions, including off-hour situations.
• Champion a strong safety culture through employee coaching, safety observations, audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Respond to customer concerns and inquiries related to electric service reliability, power quality, and system operations.
• Support storm restoration and emergency response efforts, including assisting with Dispatch Center operations during periods of high system activity.
• Lead or participate in cross-functional committees and task forces focused on safety, work methods, tools, equipment, vehicles, and operational improvements.
• Facilitate and conduct regular safety, operational, and communication meetings with employees and leadership.
• Manage departmental budgets related to tools, equipment, and vehicles, including procurement, invoice processing, and fleet replacement planning.
• Review operating events and incidents, lead or support investigations, and conduct root cause analyses to identify corrective and preventive actions.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Driving license

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

10+ years electric utility experience (no degree)

Job description

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We’re one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use energy more efficiently and it’s safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day.

Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued.

We offer a flexible work environment designed to balance employee needs with collaboration and operational excellence. Roles fall into two categories:

• Hybrid: A blend of remote and onsite work, with at least three onsite days per week required.

As an employee, if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits designed to support your total well-being: medical, dental, vision, paternal leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off.

More than 13,000 people already call PSEG their work home, taking pride in providing safe, reliable service to millions of customers. If you’re looking for a place where you can build a meaningful career and help power and support our communities, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Job Summary

As a Senior Distribution Supervisor, you will lead union and management employees responsible for operating, maintaining, and restoring the electric system during both normal operations and storm events. You will provide directions during emergency response efforts, support customer service initiatives related to power quality and reliability, and ensure work is performed in accordance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
This position requires strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively coordinate resources in a fast-paced, 24/7 utility environment. The successful candidate will be committed to employee safety, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement while supporting the reliable delivery of electric services to our customers.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the safe, reliable, and efficient operation and maintenance of the electric distribution system and support inspection activities for the electric transmission system.

Supervise a rotating workforce of Electric Foremen and Emergency Service Specialists, providing leadership, coaching, and development to ensure operational excellence.

Direct and coordinate field personnel during routine operations, emergency response activities, and complex operating conditions, including off-hour situations.

Champion a strong safety culture through employee coaching, safety observations, audits, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Respond to customer concerns and inquiries related to electric service reliability, power quality, and system operations.

Support storm restoration and emergency response efforts, including assisting with Dispatch Center operations during periods of high system activity.

Lead or participate in cross-functional committees and task forces focused on safety, work methods, tools, equipment, vehicles, and operational improvements.

Facilitate and conduct regular safety, operational, and communication meetings with employees and leadership.

Manage departmental budgets related to tools, equipment, and vehicles, including procurement, invoice processing, and fleet replacement planning.

Review operating events and incidents, lead or support investigations, and conduct root cause analyses to identify corrective and preventive actions.

Serve as a company representative in regulatory, legal, and investigative matters as required.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and company training requirements and maintain qualification standards for field personnel.

Apply project management and cost-control principles to support operational, capital, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Provide on-call leadership support and be available to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as needed to ensure safe and reliable electric service, particularly during storm and emergency events.

Job Specific Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree and 6 years of electric utility experience in the operation and maintenance of Electric Transmission and Distribution System. Or candidates without a degree with a minimum of 10 years of electric utility experience in the operation and maintenance of Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems will also be considered.

• Minimum of 6 years supervisory experience
• Demonstrated organizational skills - ability to plan, organize, and control field operations
• Knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement for Local Union 1049
• Oral and written communication skills are necessary for this position as well
• This position requires driving to company locations and off-site assignments and events, applicants must possess a valid US driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driver history

Compliance with the Department of Energy's regulation 10 CFR 810 is required

Experience troubleshooting customer power quality issues and responding to electric distribution system emergencies

Supervisory experience including Union workforce supervision

Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States (Non-Conditional Permanent I-551 / Green Card / Permanent Resident Card holder); OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination on the attached list andnot also a citizen, national, permanent resident of any country not listed; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)).

As an employee of PSEG Long Island, you should be aware that during storm/outage restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions different from normal operations and work extended hours beyond your regular work schedule. You may also be required to work on premise or in an alternate location as directed by the company.

For all roles, PSEGLI’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing.
Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result.

If you are a current PSEG employee and offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.

PSEGLI is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
PSEGLI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email [e-mail].
If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email [e-mail]. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.