Supt, Line

Entergy Corporation; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy Mississippi, LLC in Jackson, MS, seeks a Supt, Line to supervise multiple Utility Foremen, oversee daily network workload, and drive storm readiness and restoration efforts. This onsite role requires strong leadership and coordination across teams in a high-demand utility environment.

You will coach crews, manage materials and budgets, enforce safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate emergency response during major outages while actively monitoring weather and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years in utility experience with 2+ years in leadership.
• Knowledge of utility line construction, operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple foremen; manage workload and ensure reliability programs.
• Approve timesheets; manage equipment, materials, and budget; ensure storm readiness.
• Supervise storeroom, inventory, and on-site safety audits; drive emergency response.
• Validate network performance data and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead field crews during restoration and weather-related events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Budget management

Emergency response

Storm readiness

Distribution systems

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree, related field

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Distribution applications

Job description

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Location: Jackson, Mississippi, United States

Company: Entergy

PS Job Title: Supt, Line

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Mississippi, LLC

Job Summary/Purpose

The Supt, Line supervises and coordinates multiple Utility Foremen, managing daily network workload and resource allocation to meet customer commitments and reliability programs. Responsibilities include performing quarterly performance reviews and on-the-job coaching; managing storeroom personnel, materials, inventory, timesheets, facilities, equipment, and budget while driving storm readiness; validating network performance data and maintaining compliance; conducting job inspections and safety audits; and leading emergency response operations during storm events. Also monitors weather and outages, directs restoration workers, executes Asset Management reliability programs, and coordinates out-of-town storm response teams.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Performance & Development – Perform quarterly performance reviews with direct reports including foremen; identify areas for improvement and provide on-the-job coaching to field employees; create and maintain a culture of continuous improvement through safety observations and monthly performance dialogues; and support employee development and engagement.
• Planning, Prioritization & Resource Management – Review and approve timesheets for select employees; maintain sufficient quality and quantity equipment, and materials including building maintenance and fleet readiness; manage network budget by approving expenses and tracking actuals versus budget; and drive storm readiness by maintaining crew preparedness, validating material availability, and executing pre-event mobilization plans.
• Supervision & Coordination – Supervise and coordinate activities of multiple Utility Foremen, who monitor network workload daily and weekly; manage all storeroom personnel, materials, and inventory; coordinate assembly of out-of-town storm response teams and local storm boss during major events.
• Reporting & Compliance – Manage record retention to maintain compliance; validate network performance data including outages, restorations, safety incidents, and near-miss reports; support leaders on reporting by preparing materials, dashboards, and attending meetings; and ensure accurate documentation and regulatory adherence.
• Fieldwork Execution & Emergency Response – Drive consistent job inspection through self-inspection or designated on-site inspectors; lead safety and quality audits with direct participation; deliver morning meetings and safety communications; monitor weather and outages; direct restoration workers for minor storm events; and lead emergency response operations by directing field crews during significant restoration events.

Minimum education required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent relavant work experience.

Minimum experience required of the position

• 7+ years of utility experience and demonstrated electric system understanding. 2+ years of demonstrated leadership experience.

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position

• Utility line construction, operations and maintenance knowledge.
• Strong leadership, negotiations and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of safety rules, practices and procedures.
• Computer skills with a working knowledge of Distribution applications.
• Ability to respond to local and out of town minor and major storm restoration activities during regular and after hours.
• Knowledge of distribution line materials management processes and environmental processes associated with handling oil filled equipment or other environmentally sensitive areas.
• Knowledge of administering IBEW contracts.
• Ability to demonstrate capability to manage and understand a budget.

Primary Location: Mississippi - JacksonMississippi : Jackson
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125000
PS Job Title: Supt, Line
Travel Percentage: 25% to 50%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.

EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.