Supervisor, Underground

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!

Overall Summary :

The Supervisor, Underground to oversee installation, maintenance, and repair of underground electrical systems for Duquesne Light Company (DLC). Reporting to the General Manager, Underground, the supervisor will oversee field crews, ensure compliance with safety standards, and coordinate projects to meet operational and regulatory requirements.

Location : Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at Preble Service Center

Job Responsibilities :

• Directs the construction and maintenance activities of field personnel to ensure maximum productivity, promote and enforce safety & achieve expected levels of performance.
• Directs the scheduling & assignment of daily work to the Senior Splicers and other crew members to ensure timely completion of the work assignments.
• Directs the proper & safe utilization of tools and mechanized equipment to ensure employee & public safety while achieving maximum productivity.
• Interface with contractors, other utilities, customers, government bodies and all Duquesne Light Company departments to ensure cost effectiveness and efficiency.
• 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.
• 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.
• Requires all personnel to follow all Company and Department procedures & regulations including all safety requirements.
• The T&D Supervisor is required to be the "Duty Supervisor" on a rotating basis as well as rotating onto nights for weeks at a time

Education / Qualifications :

Skills & Abilities :

Why you'll love working here : We live by our values!

Physical Requirements :

Normal office environment, some travel to different company service locations Must have the ability to participate in field visits to work sites with less the desirable conditions, including but not limited to climbing ladders, walking in wooded areas, or visiting hazardous locations Must be able to work extended hours in emergency situations. Extensive driving (including off-road) during normal and emergency conditions.

Work Environment :

Position is considered fully 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 workflow. Directs available resources to accomplish process improvement. Leads workflow changes and implementations for direct team.

Decision Impact :

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

Storm Roles :

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.

Disclaimer :

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@duqlight.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.