Senior Supervisor, Transmission Line Services

About us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Supervisor, Transmission Lines Services  for our Capitol Delivery department to work out of our Scotia, NY office.                                               

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating, and our expertise and track record put us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

The Senior Supervisor of Transmission Line Services is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of line crews engaged in maintenance, construction projects, emergency response, and right-of-way maintenance.  This role primarily oversees Local Union 97 Transmission Line Mechanics and Equipment Operators, but also will involve oversight of contracted personnel, including, but not limited to Line Clearing, Civil Road Building, Foundation Drilling, Transmission Line, Matting, Vegetation and Environmental resources.  Reporting directly to the Manager of Transmission Line Services-Internal in the Central Division, this individual ensures that all work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all national grid and regulatory standards.  The Supervisor will lead a team of linemen, coordinate tasks, and support the overall objectives of the Transmission Line Services department, focused on the Central Division, but also in support of the entire Upstate NY service territory.

Key Accountabilities

Team Supervision:

• Directly supervise Local Union 97 Line workers and equipment operators, providing guidance and performance feedback while fostering a safe and positive work environment.
• Oversee daily maintenance, construction, and right-of-way activities, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
• Assist in planning and coordinating tasks, allocating resources effectively for maintenance and construction projects.
• Primary Role - Lead emergency response efforts (115 kV and above, in both blue sky and/or storm scenarios) associated with our Transmission assets, ensuring crews are prepared to address outages and/or incidents promptly.  Coordination and communication with Transmission Control Center staff, Environmental personnel and all affected stakeholders is essential in this role.
• Secondary Role – Support local Electric Distribution Operations (EDO) efforts (69 kV and below, in both blue sky and/or storm scenarios) with available Transmission Line resources (linemen and/or equipment operators) to address outages and/or incidents in a timely fashion.
• Tertiary Role – Support local EDO efforts (69 kV and below, in weather-related emergencies) by serving as a Distribution Restoration Crew Supervisor when available and after all Divisional Transmission Storm Response responsibilities have been appropriately addressed and restored.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols, conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions, and document Effective Safety Discussions and Compliance Assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and provide updates on operational performance and project progress.
• Work with other supervisors and departments to ensure effective communication and coordination with external stakeholders as needed.
• This position will require daily travel to job sites and right-of-way locations and the ability to work in year-round weather conditions typical of Upstate New York seasons.
• Must be available for emergency response reporting outside of regular working hours (0700-1330), including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Associates (AS) or Bachelors (BS) degree in a related field is preferred.  Equivalent experience/time in a construction or maintenance role is also highly valued and will be given consideration for the role.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction-related assignments/roles, with a focus on construction and maintenance.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role, managing people and schedules, preferably within a unionized environment with understanding of union contracts and provisions.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards related to transmission line operations.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of our Transmission and Distribution systems, to include: Clearance & Control, ability to read and understand Operating Diagrams and Construction prints and Electrical Hazards Awareness.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written), leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make decisions under the pressures of customer outages, changing conditions and always keeping our customers’ interests at the forefront of our decision-making.