Manager Substation Performance Resources

Operations Manager

The position is to provide leadership in the areas of operation, maintenance, and construction of systems and infrastructure while assuring system reliability, public and employee safety, cost effectiveness, and proper asset management.

Essential Functions

• Leads the Safety Program for the area of responsibility.
• Leads the integration and compliance of the Substation Operations Work Management System
• Integrate and promote the human performance concepts.
• Performs regular job site observations.
• Co-Leads the develop and monitor the training of department personnel.
• Directs daily functions of Supervisor(s) in the areas of field specific maintenance, construction, and emergency work
• Leads all Substation maintenance capital projects, including (initiation, planning, and execution).
• Leads and coordinates utilization of company management systems for maintenance areas within the area of responsibility.
• Develop the overall maintenance, construction, and schedules for the area and assures coordination with other departments, districts, customers, and other areas as required.
• Administers clerical and physical union agreement.
• Responsible for the development of the annual Capital and O&M budget.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate department capital allocation needs.
• Develop and maintain equipment risk profile, ensure project plans are in alignment with available budget needs.
• Coordinates with other departments in identifying Capitol replacement of equipment in their operating area.
• Approves all time sheets, vacation schedules, and expense accounts within the area of responsibility.
• Communicates system changes with employees in their area.
• Reviews reports on abnormal system conditions, analyzes the problem, and initiates corrective measures.
• Coordinates standby responsibilities for the area.
• Be engaged in all emergencies pertaining to major equipment and system issues.
• Works with appropriate groups for restoration of service.
• Promotes and utilizes company associated equipment and technology.
• Participates in the interviews of prospective employees and recommends hiring as well as discharging.
• Periodically assumes duties of the Regional Manager.
• Participates on committees and attends seminars as required.
• Participates in all storm and or emergency activity across the territory as needed.

Required Qualifications for Position

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

Physical Demands The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives / convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team / Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team / Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320.

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program.

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