Supervisor, Gas Field Operations (Station Projects)

Eversource Energy; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 122,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a qualified supervisor to oversee gas maintenance and construction field operations, coordinating internal and external crews and ensuring safe, compliant execution of maintenance projects.

The role requires extensive knowledge of gas distribution systems, project scheduling, and labor contracts, with strong leadership and communication skills. Travel to job sites and on-call duties are expected as part of the position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of gas distribution system design, operations, maintenance, and construction principles and safety standards.
• Project and schedule management using scheduling tools.
• Working knowledge of labor contracts.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution and teamwork skills.
• Proficient in PC desktop applications (Word & Excel).
• Five or more years in Gas Distribution/Field Service operations; supervisory experience preferred; experience in instrumentation/regulation or civil construction preferred.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator License; ability to obtain/maintain Operator Qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage gas maintenance and construction field workload with coordination.
• Supervise in-house crews and contractors for gas distribution operations.
• Communicate with customers and officials regarding construction and service delivery.
• Act as on-scene supervisor during outages and classify gas leaks.
• Participate in on-call rotation and direct work of unionized crews.
• Ensure safety through weekly meetings and adherence to procedures.
• Ensure work quality and productivity meet company standards.
• Prepare complete work packages with permits, dig safe authorizations, and drawings.

Skills

Gas distribution knowledge

Project & schedule management

Labor contracts knowledge

Communication & teamwork

MS Word & Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business or related

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

This position provides direct supervision of internal, external, and on call work crews. Oversees resources and personnel engaged in the operation, maintenance, and construction of Eversource Energy gas distribution systems. This position is multi-faceted with responsibilities that include integrated planning and scheduling, execution of fieldwork activities, adhering to Company and regulatory rules and procedures, performance measurement, coaching, safety adherence, mentoring and various administration duties. Prepares and executes maintenance and construction activities along with coordination and schedules. Communicates with customers and community officials concerning all aspects of utility construction, operations, maintenance, and service delivery.

Essential Functions:

• Plans, organizes, and manages the Gas Maintenance and Construction field workload through accurate coordination and scheduling, with others.
• Exercises independent judgment in the supervision and oversight of in-house crews and contractors engaged in the operation, maintenance and construction of Eversource gas distribution system.
• Communicates with customers and community officials concerning all aspects of utility construction, operations, maintenance and service delivery.
• Exercises independent judgment in serving as the on-scene supervisor to outages. Responds to and classifies reported gas leaks. Ensures all engineering and gas control procedures are followed.
• Participates in the supervisory on-call rotation, which involves assigning and directing the work of unionized internal work crews.
• Ensures the safety of personnel by taking direct preventive measures, conducting effective weekly safety meetings and ensuring all related procedures, standards, rules and laws are understood and followed.
• Ensures that work performed by internal/external crews is in accordance with appropriate Company standards and work methods including monitoring the work of for a high quality of workmanship and productivity.
• Responsible for providing complete, accurate and timely work packages for work crews including required permits, dig safe authorization, drawings and other related instructions.
• Monitors current and future workload to ensure district plans and schedules maximize productivity, control costs and meet or exceeds service level agreements.
• Ensures rigorous compliance with regulatory and Company work rules and procedures.
• Initiates, and conducts investigations concerning appropriate disciplinary action for employees when required. Understands and complies with the labor contract and works to resolve initial grievances.
• Reviews and approves billing for accuracy and completeness, in accordance with contract language.
• Must be able to wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and required PPE in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Requires knowledge of gas distribution system design, operations, maintenance, and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes.
• Requires project and schedule management skills including computerized work and materials management and scheduling tools.
• Working knowledge of the labor contracts.
• Requires communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, attention to detail, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word & Excel).

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, related discipline or equivalent experience.

Experience:

• Five (5) or more years of experience in Gas Distribution, and/or Field Service design and/or installation, servicing customers or utility operations.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in instrumentation and regulation and/or civil construction is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator License is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain required Operator Qualifications.

Working Conditions:

This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing.

• Work is conducted outside, in varied conditions and terrain including adverse weather conditions, and in a normal office environment. Work requires sitting, walking, standing, stair climbing, completion of paperwork, using a telephone and computer and attending meetings.
• Drives to various job site locations and customer premises to supervise work, and review or discuss construction job requirements.
• May work with computers for long periods of time during the day. Subject to shift work including weekends.
• Off-hour on-call responsibility will be required on a rotational basis.
• At times, requires working long hours in response to outage situations and shift coverage requirements.

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$121,710.00-$135,230.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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