Supervisor Regional Operations Line and Substation - NJ Substation Services - Wall

Searchbox l.l.c.; Wall (SD); On-site; USD 136,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pension plan

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision, life

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Jersey Central Power and Light, a FirstEnergy subsidiary, seeks a senior supervisor to manage technical staff responsible for transmission and distribution system construction, maintenance, and repair. You will oversee substation equipment, direct crews, and coordinate emergency responses to ensure reliability and safety.

The role requires leadership, strong knowledge of underground cable, and the ability to read complex prints and specifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5–7 years in an electrical field.
• Advanced knowledge of transmission and distribution systems.
• Ability to supervise technicians and electricians; strong leadership.
• Ability to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specs.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and directs safety commitments across the team.
• Oversees installation, maintenance, and testing of substation equipment.
• Directs daily activities of technicians and electricians; assigns tasks and schedules.
• Diagnoses complex electrical issues and guides crews during repairs or upgrades.
• Responds to emergencies and coordinates restoration crews during storms.
• Maintains reports on substation performance and maintenance documentation.

Skills

Underground cable

Supervisory experience

Reading prints & specs

Leadership & coaching

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CREWS

SAP

POWERON

GIS

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with Jersey Central Power and Light, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [JCPL]

The successful candidate can anticipate a salary within the following range pending education, experience, and equity: $135,660 - $191,520

This position supervises employees engaged in complex construction, maintenance, repair, testing, and operation of the electric transmission and distribution system.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating and directing a solid commitment to all aspects of safety
• Knowledge of Underground cable
• Troubleshooting
• Install
• Maintain repair underground electrical systems
• Oversee the continuous inspection, installation, and maintenance of substation equipment (e.g., transformers, breakers, switches, and relays)
• Prepare detailed reports on substation performance and manage maintenance documentation
• Directs the daily activities of technicians and electricians, assigning tasks, evaluating performance, and managing shift schedules
• Diagnoses complex electrical issues and provides guidance to crews during repairs or equipment upgrades
• Responding and supervising resources during emergency conditions to support public safety and system reliability, as well as supervising and dispatching service restoration crews during major storms
• Monitoring the activities of employees and enforcing conformance to established work practices and methods, (according to Preferred Practices Manual, Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety Specifications and Construction Standards)
• Requesting and coordinating the availability of necessary equipment, tools, materials, and supplies required
• Coordinating work with other departments and scheduling construction, maintenance, repair, or test work
• Demonstrating sound internal and external customer service
• Counseling employees, recommending corrective actions required to meet performance standards, and acknowledging good work and work habits
• Implementing instruction and training of line employees in the established work practices and methods utilized throughout the department
• Administering Company and Regional Absenteeism Management Program and Regional Safety Plan
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 5-7 years' related work experience in an electrical field is required. Related work experience includes hazard responding, knowledge of construction and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools which would be used to determine the resources necessary to perform construction and maintenance work activities
• An advanced level of knowledge and experience in operations, repair, and construction of assigned Transmission and Distribution area
• Familiar with Underground wire pulling, TBodies, Splices
• Some supervisory experience is preferred
• Advanced level knowledge of principles and operation of electric transmission and distribution systems
• Able to learn various computer applications (CREWS, SAP, POWERON, GIS) and Microsoft Office
• Able to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specifications to personnel
• Able to coach, mentor, engage, and inspire people to excel in their roles
• Demonstrated knowledge of applied electricity including AC and DC circuits and equipment
• Possess a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and develop relationships
• Effective leadership skills to communicate with and direct work of others to ensure safety and produce satisfactory work results

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

• competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• a company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
• skills development training with tuition reimbursement

FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract.

Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification

Exempt FirstEnergy Human Resources Team