Superintendent, Operations Skills Development

Cobb EMC; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid Health Insurance Premiums

Retirement Security Pension plan

Automatic 7% Company 401k contribution

Annual Bonus Program

Tuition and Certification reimbursemen

Job summary

Cobb EMC is seeking a Superintendent Operations Skills Development to analyze and oversee training programs in the Operations Department, ensuring crews are trained safely and efficiently. You will coordinate curriculum with NWLC and lineman schools, close gaps, and maintain strong education relations for future employment in Northwest Georgia.

This role involves supervising training programs, evaluating progress, and ensuring timely completion of field and yard exercises, with a focus on safety

Qualifications

• Ten years' experience in electric utility line work, plus one year as Skill Development Coordinator.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Specialized training in live-line work and line construction.
• Knowledge of line feed system locations and system maps.
• Expertise in basic electricity, safety rules, and corporate policies.
• Knowledge of SCADA, distribution lines, substations, and load management.
• GUFPA regulations knowledge and NPDES control awareness.
• Completion of Northwest Lineman College LCP Program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Apprentice Lineman training programs and coordinate with external associations.
• Evaluate existing Operations training programs and identify gaps.
• Coordinate development and implementation of training across Operations areas.
• Ensure documentation and status tracking for all trainees.
• Assess employee needs via on-job observations and keep program on schedule.
• Provide oversight of the training/evaluation yard to maintain consistency.
• Coordinate training for new electrical equipment installation and operation.
• Conduct field evaluations and safety observations for crew work.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Oral & written communication

Planning & organizational

MS Office proficiency

Decision-making

Explain technical info

Class A CDL

ITS Operator Certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

NW Lineman College LCP Program

Specialized training in live-line work

Distribution line construction & applied electricity

Job description

Cobb EMC has an exciting opportunity for a Superintendent Operations Skills Development to analyze and oversee the identification and development of training programs in the Operations Department to ensure the knowledge required to perform assigned jobs safely and efficiently is obtained by each person. To assess all curriculum for up-to-date procedures and techniques, including the proper facilitation of NWLC Power Delivery Program. Work closely with career academies and lineman schools to develop and maintain relations for the purpose of education and awareness of Cobb EMC for future employment.

Schedule

4- 10 hour shifts per week

Benefits

• Company paid Health Insurance Premiums!
• Insurance is effective your first day of employment
• Retirement Security Pension plan!
• Automatic 7% Company paid contribution to 401k with additional matching!
• Annual Bonus Program!
• Tuition and Certification reimbursement!
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To learn more about Cobb EMC visit our website at www.cobbemc.com

What you will be doing

Operations Training Programs

• Oversee and evaluate the Apprentice Lineman's training program through direct involvement with the Georgia Lineman's Rodeo Association and Cobb EMC's Operation's Training Program.
• Evaluate existing training programs within Operations
• Identify training gaps and needs for all areas of Operations.
• Coordinate the development and implement training programs for each area of Operations including, forestry, equipment operator, apprentice lineman, first class lineman and foreman.
• Ensure documentation, analysis, and status of all individuals within each training program is accurately completed.
• Evaluate individual needs of employees by observations on jobsites.
• Ensure the Northwest Georgia Lineman program is being completed on schedule.
• Provide oversight and continuity of training at the training / evaluation yard to ensure consistency with skill development.
• Coordinate and facilitate training in a timely manner for the installation and operation of new electrical equipment.
• Coordinate all field evaluations for required operations employees
• Observe hot line maintenance work, such as replacement of poles and crossarms and evaluate work practices for safety, efficiency and job knowledge
• Evaluate crew visits for safety and efficiency of work procedures.
• Conduct after hours' crew inspections to evaluate operations field employees' skills and training needs.
• Provide performance feedback and input for performance improvement plans and employee evaluations.

Member Inquiries

• Ensure that all member inquiries are promptly, courteously, and professionally addressed.
• Ensure that all inquiries are handled to completion with fair and equitable treatment to all members.
• Minimize inquiries forwarded to higher management for final decision, approval, or response.

Report and Budget

• Review and analyze Monthly Training Schedule, Status of each person in training (Monthly, Quarterly & Annually), and SWOT analysis of each employee within all Training Programs.
• Prepare and submit annual Operations training budget including all outside training opportunities.
• Effectively monitor budget expenditures.
• Verify invoices, meal tickets, and damage reports during out of town approved trips or storm trips.

Supervision

• Handle all aspects of employment for subordinate staff, including hiring, promotion, training, and termination.
• Appropriately document actions in employment issues.
• Coach and direct learning through direct involvement and reinforcement.
• Analyze and manage daily workload and schedules.
• Monitor performance and conduct performance planning and review sessions.
• Ensure fair and consistent treatment of departmental employees.
• Actively support the efforts and intent of Equal Employment Opportunity.

From Job Description

Minimum Requirements

High School

or equivalent.

Minimum

ten years' experience in electric utility line work, (1) one year experience as Skill Development Coordinator.

Specialized

training in live-line work, distribution line construction, and applied electricity.

Knowledge

of line feed system locations and interpretation of system maps.

Demonstrated

expertise in the principles of basic electricity, safety rules and regulations, and corporate policies and procedures.

Knowledge

of the SCADA system, distribution lines, substation locations, and load management systems and equipment.

Thorough

knowledge of Georgia Utility Facility Protection Act (GUFPA) regulations.

Knowledge

of Georgia's National Pollutions Discharge Erosion Sediment (NPDES) Control.

Successful

completion of the Northwest Lineman College LCP Program

SKILLS

• Demonstrated supervisory skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with personal computers. Basic Knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated decision-making skills, excellent communication skills, and excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information in a training environment to various skill set employees.
• Possess valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver's license and relevant endorsements
• Possess an Integrated Transmission System (ITS) Operator's Certification.

CORE Values

Put People First

Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.

Stay Safe

No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other

Innovate

Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.

Own It

Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.

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