Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor jobs in Austin, TX

Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor supervises work crews involved in construction, maintenance, and repair of electric and/or gas distribution systems. Monitors and inspects sites to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Being an Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor ensures all work is completed according to safety policies and procedures. Requires an associate degree in the related area. Additionally, Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor has full authority and may be considered lower middle management. Typically reports to a manager or a head of a unit/department. The Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be an Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

P
Distribution Operations Center Supervisor
  • Pedernales Electric Cooperative
  • Johnson, TX FULL_TIME
  • $50.00 Minimum Starting Base Pay* KPI Bonuses Competitive Benefits

    Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.


    PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:
    PEC Headquarters – 201 South Avenue F, Johnson City, TX 78636


    Position Summary


    Supervises the 24/7 Dispatch Operations Center (DOC) staff, plans, coordinates, directs and supervises switching and tagging; writing, checking and issuing clearances; monitoring of loads, emergency restoration and associated reporting for the electric distribution system. Supervises the dispatch of PEC personnel to outage, trouble and emergency calls on the PEC electric distribution system. Supervises and coordinates the above activities within the DOC and in coordination with the District Field Operations departments as needed. Serves as switching director as assigned.


    Essential Duties and Responsibilities


    • Monitors, operates and maintains electronic dispatch system including the operation of OMS/ADMS and SCADA equipment.

    • Plans, writes, checks, approves, directs, issues clearances/permissions and monitors orders for switching, grounding and tagging instructions for the distribution system.

    Receives OMS outage and non-outage events and trouble calls from the member call center, analyzes the problem and initiates corrective action including dispatch and of personnel in accordance with established procedures. Directs corrective action as required by timing or circumstances, and informs appropriate system personnel (member service center, T&D staff, engineering, management, etc.) of problems on the electric distribution system and associated restoration progress. This includes leadership and execution of planned and unplanned outage ETR’s and critical operational communications for situational awareness.

    • Monitors load and voltages on circuits and substation equipment during switching and peak periods to assure loading parameters are not exceeded.

    • Participates in the process for Single Contingency Load Loss Studies and risk mitigation analysis on the sub-transmission and backbone distribution along with developing recommendations to mitigate risk.

    • Supports the emergency disaster plan as required and assists at other regional districts during emergency storm restoration as assigned.

    • Monitors SCADA, substation, system alarms.

    • Supervises DOC switching requirements between system dispatchers and field personnel for assigned shift.

    • Prepares, disseminates, and maintains the assigned operations center records and reports in support of system operations (i.e., circuit and equipment loads, nomenclature, interruption reports, emergency contact telephone numbers for governmental agencies, large members, other utilities, and others).

    • Coordinates with ERCOT and the TCC for emergency load shedding in accordance with current Operating Procedures/Guides.

    • Supports the Manager to ensure the workload of the shift and all applicable system configurations and risks are discussed for preparation purposes, as well as proper notification if daily workload cannot be accomplished on the assigned shift.

    • Supports the Manager with outage management business processes, procedures, tools and systems in achieving continuous improvement of operations and recommending improvements, as needed.

    • Trains new Operators including assisting in On-the-Job Training (OJT) for OMS/ADMS class instruction and switching and tagging procedures.

    • Operates PC based and applications.

    • Coordinates dispatching activities with appropriate PEC personnel and outside personnel (i.e., other utilities, government agencies, including police, fire, Department of Environmental Protection, large member’s plant engineers, etc.)

    • Subject to on-call duty.

    • Position is responsible to plan and schedule shift coverage, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the Distribution System, while controlling costs.

    • Position is responsible to review distribution system events and ensure proper reporting.

    • Communicates new and updated policies and procedures while ensuring compliance.

    • Supervises the safe and efficient restoration of Distribution System outages.


    • Maintain the security of confidential information
    • Stay abreast of advances in technology
    • Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
    • Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.


    Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities


    A full range of supervisory activities, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for termination. This includes, but is not limited to, effectively communicating organizational policies and other information to subordinates, ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


    • Knowledge of utility Transmission and Distribution system design, operations, maintenance, and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes.

    Planning and organizational skills, project and schedule management skills including computerized trouble, work and materials management and scheduling tools.

    • Ability to function under stress of emergency situations for extended periods of time.

    • Thorough knowledge of the switching and tagging procedures

    • Thorough knowledge of electric distribution system operations.

    • Thorough knowledge of applicable PC-based applications (e.g.) Microsoft Word and Excel).

    • Working knowledge of labor contracts.

    • Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of the organization and outsiders involved with electric distribution operations.

    • Ability to analyze electric distribution system problems and act accordingly.

    • Ability to effectively supervise and direct the work of others.

    • This position will require 24/7 shift rotation coverage.


    Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience, Certification, & Licensing)


    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business Administration, or a related field

    • Directly related experience may substitute for education

    • Five years of experience in distribution control center operations

    • Leadership experience is preferred

    • Valid Texas Driver's License


    Physical Demands and Work Environment

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    • The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

    • The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

    • The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 25 pounds

    • The employee may be required to travel

    • This position requires shift work including nights, weekends, holidays and 10-12 hours workdays

    • This position requires after hours on-call

    • This position is in a secured control room environment and intermittently in the field

    • The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions including wet and/or humid conditions.

    • The employee may be required to work from ladders in confined spaces and occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock; toxic or caustic chemicals.

    • Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

    • This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

    • Ability to function under stress of emergency situations for extended periods of time


    This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.


    Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

  • 9 Days Ago

E
Supervisor - Operations Stability Planning
  • ERCOT/Electric Reliability Council of Texas
  • Taylor, TX FULL_TIME
  • At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest techno...
  • 23 Days Ago

T
Electric
  • TruTec Electric
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Are you the type of person to see projects through to completion? Do you like meeting with and discussing clients concerns? Do you work well in a team? Are you able to see the big picture without miss...
  • 19 Days Ago

M
Electrical Supervisor
  • Merit Electric
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Merit Electric is a national electrical contractor servicing the electrical needs for new construction in the retirement community market. Merit Electric's dedication to quality, safety, and excellent...
  • 10 Days Ago

S
Maintenance Supervisor
  • SLP Operations, LLC
  • Giddings, TX FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionMaintenance SupervisorGiddings, TexasAt OAKLAND MANOR NURSING & REHABILITATION, Our commitment is to provide love, attention and optimal care one resident at a time. We realize consistently...
  • 18 Days Ago

J
Chemistry Supervisor (Gas Chromatography)
  • Jobot
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Leading Aerospace company specializing in creating the future and Pushing boundaries.This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jake BenyshekAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and se...
  • 21 Days Ago

Filters

Clear All

Filter Jobs By Location
  • Filter Jobs by companies
  • More

0 Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor jobs found in Austin, TX area

W
Operations Supervisor
  • Waste Connections
  • Austin, TX
  • We are currently seeking an Operations Supervisor with strong leadership experience to join our team. Why you need to jo...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

R
Ops Supervisor Hauling
  • Republic Services
  • Austin, TX
  • Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world. W...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

F
Lead - 2nd shift
  • Flextronics
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Posting Start Date 03-04-2024 Job Posting End Date 05-04-2024Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

F
Associate Operations Supervisor
  • Flex, Ltd.
  • Austin, TX
  • To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, were looking to add an Associa...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

L
Utility Loader Operator
  • Lane
  • Liberty Hill, TX
  • The Lane Construction Corporation is one of Americas leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

F
Associate Operations Supervisor
  • Flex
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Posting Start Date 02-02-2024 Job Posting End Date 04-02-2024 Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choic...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

V
Operations Supervisor
  • Veolia Environnement SA
  • Austin, TX
  • Company Description About Veolia North America A subsidiary of Veolia Group, Veolia North America (VNA) offers a full sp...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

R
Ops Supervisor Hauling
  • Republic Services
  • Round Rock, TX
  • Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world. W...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor jobs
$102,853 to $123,787
Austin, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor in Houston, TX
Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Electric & Gas Operations Supervisor will increase 16 % over 5 years.
February 22, 2020
Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor in Rochester, NY
Quality of operations; Perform methods of installation when required.
February 13, 2020
Electric and Gas Operations Supervisor in Biloxi, MS
On average, a High School Degree is the highest level of education for an Electric & Gas Operations Supervisor.
January 15, 2020