Supervisor Operations - Electric Generation

NiSource; Rapid City (MI); On-site; USD 96,600 - 144,900; Full time

Job summary

NiSource is seeking a Supervisor Operations to lead the day-to-day operations of a coal-fired generation station. The successful candidate will reinforce safety practices while managing team performance, ensuring effective unit operations and environmental compliance. This role involves close collaboration with maintenance and planning departments to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Qualified candidates should have significant experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. A high school diploma is required, with a preference for candidates holding a bachelor's degree. The salary range is $96,600 to $144,900.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy industry experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a heavy industrial, utility, or power generation environment.
• Commitment to safe work methods and use of personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and reinforce safe work practices across station operations.
• Direct operation of coal‑fired generating units for efficiency and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Planning, and Dispatch to improve generating system reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft 365

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Job Summary

The Supervisor Operations is responsible for leading the safe, reliable, and efficient day-to-day operation of a coal-fired generation station for an electric utility. This role provides frontline leadership for station operations personnel, supports strong unit performance and environmental compliance, and partners closely with maintenance, planning, and dispatch to meet production goals while maintaining a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Lead and reinforce safe work practices while driving strong team performance, productivity, and equipment stewardship across station operations.
• Direct the operation of coal‑fired generating units to support unit output, efficiency, environmental compliance, and high equipment availability.
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Planning, and Dispatch to prioritize unit needs and improve overall generating system reliability.
• Provide daily coordination, direction, and support for station activities to ensure safe and disciplined operational execution.
• Communicate openly, clearly, and frequently with station personnel, leadership, and cross‑functional partners.
• Serve as the station’s lead management representative during back shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Oversee initial and ongoing training for Operations and Maintenance Technicians to support qualification, development, and operational readiness.
• Support the development, review, and continuous improvement of Operations and Maintenance procedures.
• Utilize plant systems and tools, including Maximo, to support planning, execution, and operational accountability.

Required Qualifications For Position

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of heavy industry experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in a heavy industrial, utility, or power generation environment.
• Understanding of plant operations, operating priorities, and the business and economic factors that support sound operational decision‑making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate openly, clearly, and frequently.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Ability to foster teamwork, encourage participation, and promote individual accountability to achieve high performance expectations.
• Ability to document and evaluate employee performance, administer overtime and timekeeping requirements, and enforce company policies.
• Ability to effectively manage disputes, conduct grievance research and hearings, and interpret and apply company policies and union contract provisions.
• Commitment to safe work methods, proper use of personal protective equipment, and disciplined operational leadership.
• Ability to manage budgetary expenditures within parameters established by senior management.
• Ability and willingness to work a 4 on / 4 off rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Additional Qualifications For Position

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of power generation equipment, systems, and control technologies preferred.
• 5+ years of electric generation experience preferred.
• Previous heavy industrial leadership experience preferred.
• Previous experience leading represented employees preferred.

Salary Range*

$96,600.00 - $144,900.00

The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job‑related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date

2026-05-22

Posting End Date (if applicable)

2026-06-05

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.