Supervisor, Overhead

Duquesne Light Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duquesne Light Company in Pittsburgh is seeking a T&D Operations Supervisor to lead field crews responsible for the construction, maintenance and restoration of the electric distribution system, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient work while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

The role coordinates with engineering, project management and external stakeholders, coaching staff, managing performance, and optimizing resources to meet departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Industrial) or related field; construction experience preferred.
• In lieu of a college degree, 5+ years OH/UG line work experience obtaining a journey level is required.
• Utility Technical Training - OH Supervisor Lesson Plan to be completed in the first year in role.
• Experience in a unionized environment and with labor relations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Upholds all safety and compliance standards for crews managed (DVIR, NESC, OSHA).
• Directs construction and maintenance activities to maximize productivity while enforcing safety and performance.
• Collaborates with crew leaders, engineering, project management and work planning to ensure proper planning and hazard assessment.
• Directs scheduling and assignment of daily work to Senior line workers and crew members for timely completion.
• Completes As Built for all jobs with print/trouble work changes (pole size, XMFR size, etc.).
• Holds crews accountable for updating ETR and other Grid data; ensures safe use of tools and equipment.
• Interfaces with contractors, other utilities, customers and Duquesne Light departments to improve cost effectiveness.
• Ensures reports are up to date on training; manages timely ordering of materials and tracking to work orders.
• Conducts training, development and counseling to grow staff and prepare for greater responsibilities.
• Reviews timesheets and ensures accurate time recording in MyTime.

Skills

Decision making

Accountability

Conflict resolution

Union experience

Driving experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

5+ years OH/UG line work experience (journey-level)

Job description

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

Location: On site - Preble Service Center , in Pittsburgh PA

Summary:

The Supervisor, T&D Operations provides front-line leadership and oversight for field crews responsible for the construction, maintenance, and restoration of the electric distribution system. This position is accountable for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient work execution while fostering a culture of safety, compliance, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The role coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to support operational objectives, customer service, workforce development, and system reliability. As a people leader, the incumbent is responsible for coaching, developing, and managing employee performance while ensuring resources are effectively utilized to meet departmental and organizational goals.

Location: Preble

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Upholds all safety and compliance standards for crews managed, this includes ensuring job briefings, DVIR, NESC, OSHA standards, etc.
• Directs the construction and maintenance activities of field personnel to ensure maximum productivity, promote and enforce safety & achieve expected levels of performance. This is done utilizing SQDCP focused approach (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People)
• Works closely with crew leaders, engineering, project management and work planning to ensure all jobs are properly planned and hazard assessed prior to the start of work.
• Directs the scheduling & assignment of daily work to the Senior line workers and other crew members to ensure timely completion of the work assignments.

• Complete As Built for all jobs with a print or trouble work that has changed pole size, XMFR size, phase, new equipment, or circuit configuration.

• Hold crews accountable for updating customer Estimated Time of Restoration (ETR) and other Grid required system data
• Directs the proper & safe utilization of tools and mechanized equipment to ensure employee & public safety while achieving maximum productivity. Routinely completes spot checks on trucks for expired HTT and PPE items. Routinely performs crew visits to ensure employees are working within their classification and following safety rules.
• Interface with contractors, other utilities, customers, government bodies and all Duquesne Light Company departments to ensure cost effectiveness and efficiency.
• Ensure direct reports are up to date on all training.Provide timely field data to ensure accurate accounting of plant records. Directs timely ordering of materials and supplies to ensure maximum use of all resources. Including materials are tracked and charged to work orders.
• Conducts training, development and counseling of personnel in the T&D Department to ensure the continuing development of individual skills for maximum job performance and to prepare the individuals for greater responsibilities.
• Review timesheets and ensure all time is accurately recorded in MyTime.

Supervisory:

Typically, the front-line supervisor to union staff or support track staff. May manage a small group of both staff and professional employees in a narrow focus area typical no more than 4 direct reports and typically used as first entry into leadership for employees without prior leadership experience.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education and Experience Required:

• Must be able to successfully complete the Utility Technical Training - OH Supervisor Lesson Plan in the first year in role.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Industrial), Business Management or related field with prior construction experience strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a college degree 5+ years of OH/UG line work experience obtaining a journey level is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior construction experience strongly preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

• Must be able to make clear, concise decisions under stressful conditions.
• Must have courage to uphold standards and hold team accountable for performance
• Excellent conflict resolution skills
• Prior experience working in an unionized environment, administrating CBA, and partnering with Labor Relations personnel is strongly preferred.
• Extensive driving experience (including off-road) during normal and emergency conditions.

Physical & Time Requirements:

• Must be able to work in all types of weather extremes.
• Must posses a valid driver's license.
• The T&D Supervisor is required to be the "Duty Supervisor" on a rotating basis
• Must be able to work extended days (16 hours days during storms and in emergency situations).

Work Environment:

Position is consideredfully on-site, meaning this position will generally perform all duties at a company location and/or in the field. Reporting location may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

Scope

Primary focus is on day to day management of operational execution for areas managed. Trains and develops staff. Plans the work flow. Directs available resources to accomplish process improvement. Leads work flow changes and implementations for direct team.

Decision Impact

Problems and issues are undefined and require detailed info gathering, analysis, and investigation to understand/resolve. Makes decisions that address work flow issues considering immediate impact on own function or work unit.

Storm Roles

The position will be your storm role. All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary across the Company. Examples of storm roles could include but aren't limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc.

Data Governance

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

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