Position Information

Posting Title Distribution Electrician Supervisor (System Restoration and Trouble)

Job Requisition Number AE503675

Position Number 100265

Job Type Full-Time

Division Name Electric System - Field Ops

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of relevant work experience, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Texas Class A Commercial Drivers License or ability to acquire license and/or endorsements within 90 days of employment.

• Ability to produce and maintain an acceptable driving record.

  Notes to Applicants

The Distribution Electrician Supervisor ( DES ) position oversees personnel performing overhead and underground distribution system restoration and troubleshooting related activities. This position supervises System Restoration and Trouble field personnel development, work assignments, performance, incident completion and switching. The ideal candidate will have the following: experience working as a Distribution Electrician Troubleshooter; experience safely providing oversight during normal day, shift work, storm mode, and incident command; experience working with and providing detailed information and documentation to internal and external customers; and the ability to review and present analytical data to direct reports and management. This supervisor position will require, but not limited to, the following job duties and responsibilities: enforcing and enhancing safety; scheduling and providing field staff to cover normal shifts and additional shifts as needed; mobilizing and demobilizing field staff during storm mode and incident command; performing site visits and field crew audits; assigning, organizing, monitoring and analyzing incident completion for field staff; reviewing processes and documentation for accuracy and improvement; conducting routine meetings with field staff; and interpreting, explaining and enforcing City policies, procedures, building codes, specifications and ordinances.

Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE (http://www.austintexas.gov/department/active-employee-benefits) for more information.

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.

• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.

• Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.

• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

• This position requires a criminal background investigation.

Commercial Driver’s License:

This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or the ability to acquire one within 90 days of employment. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) (https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Employment/new_hire_driver_safety_standards.pdf) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Job offer may be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test and thereafter, comply with Department of Transportation, Federal Regulations and the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Drug and Alcohol Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles.

The position requires adherence to all DOT regulations and City of Austin Personnel Policies.

Work Schedule:

• This position is categorized as Essential Personnel with the City of Austin. Essential staff are required to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Essential employees ensure the continuance of key operations for the City of Austin.

• Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends

• Shifts may change according to departmental needs.

• Employee may be required to work additional hours outside of regular work schedule.

Fair Labor Standards Act:

This position is classified as NON - EXEMPT .

Pay Range

Commensurate

Hours

Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.This position is classified as essential. Please see the Work Schedule section below regarding essential personnel.

Job Close Date 05/28/2024

Type of Posting External

Department Austin Energy

Regular/Temporary Regular

Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable

Category Professional

Location 2412 Kramer Lane, Bldg. C, Austin, Texas 78758

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working as a Distribution Electrician Troubleshooter at Austin Energy.

• Experience locating and working with incident reporting, distribution, personnel, and time management software programs such as myCority, Advanced Distribution Management System ( ADMS ) DMD /Field Client, Workday, UKG , and Smartsheet; or similar programs.

• Experience working within a Quality Management System ( QMS ) such as ISO 9001 and completing required documentation.

• Experience assisting with developing, training, performance reviews, and evaluations of field personnel.

• Experience monitoring compliance and communicating safety issues to field personnel.

  Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Assigns, organizes, and monitors task completion for work group.

• Interprets, explains and enforces City policies, procedures, building codes, specifications and ordinances.

• Communicates with schedulers regarding work orders.

• Monitors safety issues for work group.

• Operates line work tools and equipment.

• Performs repair, installation, maintenance or removal of electric utility facilities and equipment as required.

• Performs emergency electric system restoration as necessary.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Transmission and Distribution design and construction standards.

• Knowledge of applicable Austin Energy and OSHA safety regulations.

• Knowledge of local environmental requirements for construction and maintenance activities.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

• Skill in estimating time, material and labor for job assigned.

• Skill in oral and written communications.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computers and related software applications.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps and written specifications.

• Ability to work in field conditions, temperature extremes, and other inclement weather conditions.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with subordinates, management, city employees, and the public.

  Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.

  EEO/ADA

The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • This position requires graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of relevant work experience, two (2) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

(Open Ended Question)

• • This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License and/or endorsements within 90 days of employment?

• Yes

• No

• • The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

• • This position is classified as an “essential” position. The candidate must be able to work during emergencies or bad weather if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled. Shifts may change according to departmental needs. Are you able to meet these schedule requirements?

• Yes

• No

• • This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check.

• • Describe your experience working as a Distribution Electrician Troubleshooter at Austin Energy.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience locating and working with incident reporting, distribution, personnel, and time management software programs such as myCority, Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) DMD/Field Client, Workday, UKG, and Smartsheet or similar programs.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience working within a Quality Management System (QMS) such as ISO 9001 and completing required documentation.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience assisting with developing, training, performance reviews, and evaluations of field personnel.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience monitoring compliance and communicating safety issues to field personnel.

(Open Ended Question)

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