Assistant Supervisor, Powerline Technician (Distribution Construction)

Job title: Assistant Supervisor, Powerline Technician (Distribution Construction)

Company: SaskPower

Job description: ​Location – SaskPower Swift Current
Permanent – Full TimeApply no later than 09/25/2024 to be considered for this opportunity.This is a safety-sensitive position, the successful candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing to comply with SaskPower’s Fit for Duty Policy.JOB SUMMARY:The employee in this classification is responsible for the supervision, coordination and leadership of the day-to-day activities of SaskPower Employees to ensure efficient and effective daily operations.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Supervise, coach and train staff and monitor and participate in staff performance evaluation
• Anticipate, coordinate and monitor work of assigned staff, while engaging others in order to reach goals and objectives
• Proactively anticipate potential problems, identify core issues and draw accurate conclusions to resolve
• Act independently and responsibly in order to make day-to-day decisions independent from direct supervision
• Follow through on tasks using a methodical approach to decision making
• Coordinate and implement departmental strategies, employee work plans, schedules, coaching, on-going feedback, performance reviews and professional development
• Provide departmental leadership, promote teamwork and initiate staff development and performance objective management in order to develop and sustain a high level of employee and departmental performance
• Participate in day-to-day work activities, including administrative and communication functions
• Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of processes, standards and procedures including training delivery and support
• Make recommendations to improve employee work performance, and improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of service
• Adhere to and enforce applicable safety and environmental practices, standards, regulations and corporate commitments
• Participate in continuous educational and professional development as required
• Other related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate, or equivalent AND;
• One (1) year of related Distribution Construction experience as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician, or equivalent, AND/OR;

• One (1) year of related Distribution District experience as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician, or equivalent

• Ability to supervise and foster a team environment to obtain maximum performance from staff engaged in a variety of assignments
• Ability to work collaboratively with, mentor and coach various internal and external personnel at a variety of levels
• Excellent communication, coordination and organizational skills
• Ability to handle all situations in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to develop relationships and engage and influence others
• Ability to deal with pressure and conflict, while holding people accountable and recommending solutions to difficult situations
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate a number of diverse items in order to accomplish assigned tasks
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the use of the corporations standard software
• Valid Class 1A driver’s licence

This position falls within the scope of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2067.Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.Please apply by 09/25/2024.

Expected salary:

Location: Swift Current, SK

Job date: Thu, 12 Sep 2024 23:09:38 GMT

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