Supervisor - Electric Line Operations

Iberdrola; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

12% 401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO in Augusta, ME is seeking a Supervisor for Electric Line Operations to oversee line/gas/electric construction and maintenance, schedule crews, manage budgets, and coordinate with regulators. The role requires leadership, safety focus, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have a degree with relevant experience or equivalent, strong communication, and a willingness to respond after hours during storms and emergencies. On-site work with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with 4+ years relevant experience preferred.
• Associates degree with 7+ years relevant experience or HS diploma with 10+ years.
• Knowledge of line work and construction.
• Knowledge of line, gas and/or electric theory, switching, tagging, labor agreement, safety manual, leak detection methods, procedures and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of NEC, NESC, Hazmat, OSHA codes.
• Valid Driver's License; may require DOT qualifications.
• Results- and customer-service oriented.
• Strong verbal and written communications.
• Self-directed with multitasking ability.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, SAP, Outlook.
• Demonstrated supervisory skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Available for after-hours response to storms and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees work of line and gas and/or electric departments.
• Schedules crews; assigns scope and materials; coordinates equipment.
• Administers damage claims, billing, time sheets, and budgets.
• Monitors gas records for auditing and compliance.
• Oversees construction office and budget management.
• Coordinates with highway officials and regulators.
• Supervises emergency restoration; risk and incident handling.
• May conduct employee evaluations and labor relations tasks.

Skills

Line work

Construction

Line theory

Switching

Safety manual

Leak detection

Industry codes

Driver's license

DOT qualifications

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multitasking

MS Word

MS Excel

SAP

MS Outlook

Supervisory skills

Interpersonal skills

After-hours availability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

MS Office

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

## Supervisor - Electric Line OperationsApplylocations: United States Of America, Maine, Augustaposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 12, 2026 (30 days left to apply)job requisition id: R-32072Position InformationJob Title: Supervisor - Electric Line OperationsLocation: Augusta, MESalary Range: $106,000 - $132,500Schedule: On Site - Office**Job Summary**Supervises employees in the construction, operation and maintenance of electric and/or gas distribution and transmission systems. Oversees, plans and schedules new construction work, preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections and training activities. Ensures that construction and maintenance is completed in accordance with construction standards, following approved policies, procedures, safety rules and budgets. May interact with customers (internal & external) to solve problems/concerns and ensure customer satisfaction.**Key Responsibilities*** Plans and oversees work of line and gas and/or electric departments. Supervises to ensure safe and efficient operation of the daily field activities of both Company and various contractor construction crews. May resolve customer issues when needed. May provide assistance to Technical Services on new construction and rebuilding existing plants. Works closely with the PSC and local government agencies. (50%,P)* Schedules the work of line or street crews. Assess the scope of projects and assigns the appropriate crew and skills balance. Arranges for any special equipment and insures that all material needs are met. (20%,P)* Administers damage claims and billing, leak reports, time sheets, store orders, job kitting, work order balancing, material review, compliance with safety rules and regulations, standards of excellence and/or service guarantees. Monitors accuracy of Gas Records for auditing purposes and ensure compliance. (10%,P)* Oversees construction office and support budget management. May coordinate department activities with local and state highway departmental officials. (10%,S)* Supervises emergency restoration. (5%,S)* Coordinates safety training, documentation, inspections, and accident investigations. May be responsible for labor relations contract administration and communications. May conduct employee evaluations for annual performance appraisal process. (5%,S)**Required Qualifications*** Education & Experience Required: + Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 4 years relevant experience preferred. + Associates Degree with a minimum of 7 years relevant experience or High School Diploma/GED required with 10 years relevant experience and the completion of the relevant progression program. + Knowledge of line work and construction. + Knowledge of line, gas and/or electric theory, switching, tagging, labor agreement, safety manual, leak detection methods, procedures and instrumentation. + Knowledge of industry codes including NEC, NESC, Hazmat, and OSHA.* Certifications: + Valid Drivers License. + May require various DOT Operator Qualifications.* Skills/Abilities: + Results and customer service oriented. + Good verbal and written communications skills. + Self directed work skills with emphasis on multitasking. + Computer skills applicable to MS Word, MS Excel, SAP, MS Outlook. + Demonstrated supervisory skills. + Strong interpersonal skills. + Must be available for response to after hour's to work storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.**Preferred Qualifications*** Delivering for the Business: + Global view of the Business - Competent + Achieving Results and continuous improvements - Competent + Initiative - Competent + Innovation & Creativity - Competent* Global Relationships: + Flexibility & Globalization - Competent + Customer Focus - Competent + Communicating & Influencing - Competent + Team Work - Expert* Global Leadership: + Team management - Competent + Developing Others - Competent**Competencies*** Growth & Continuous Improvement* Initiative & Change* Focused on Results* Customer Centric (internal and/or external)* Communication* Collaboration* Leadership (people managers/leaders)**What We Offer:*** **Competitive benefits and growth opportunities*** **Generous performance‐based bonuses*** **12% 401(k) match*** **Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance*** **Tuition reimbursement*** **Professional development and clear career‐advancement pathways****For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid**#LI-Onsite; #LI-CH1**Company:**CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO**Mobility Information**Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at [e-mail] employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.**Job Posting End Date:**September-12-2026