Electrical Superintendent

The Electrical Superintendent oversees the day-to-day operations of the Power Department under the administrative direction of the City Administrator. This position serves as a working superintendent, leading line crews and technical personnel while participating in operational tasks. Responsibilities include the planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of the City's generation, substation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure. Proven field expertise and effective leadership are required. ## What You'll Do Team Leadership & Supervision - Plan, assign and evaluate the work of line crews, metering and warehouse staff. - Hire, train, schedule and develop employees, including apprentices. - Foster a collaborative team environment and maintain high operational unit cohesion. Electrical System Operations - Oversee construction, maintenance, inspection and repair of overhead and underground lines, poles, transformers, switches, meters, substations and street lighting. - Perform and supervise switching, system isolation, clearances and restoration. - Troubleshoot distribution problems and track system reliability to spot maintenance and upgrade needs. - Direct outage response and restoration, including nights, weekends and holidays when needed, and coordinate with emergency services, contractors and neighboring utilities. - Operate bucket trucks, line trucks and other utility equipment, and perform journey-level line work when needed. Planning & Financial Management - Develop and manage the department's operating and capital budgets and recommend rates and fees. - Direct system planning, load forecasting and design for new development, working with consulting engineers and contractors. - Handle bid specifications, purchasing, contracts and inventory, and help with easement and right-of-way issues. Safety & Regulatory Compliance - Direct the department's safety program in compliance with OSHA, NESC, NEC, and APPA standards, as well as applicable state and federal regulations. - Conduct or oversee job briefings, tailboards, hazard assessments and switching procedures, and keep required certifications, training and safety records current. - Investigate accidents, near misses and equipment failures and recommend corrective action. - Keep accurate records, maps and outage data using GIS, SCADA and work management software. Interdepartmental & External Relations - Coordinate power supply scheduling and reporting with UMPA and regional transmission partners, representing the City on the UMPA Technical Committee. - Work with Public Works, City Administration and other City departments. - Address customer inquiries regarding electrical service and provide regular reports to the City Engineer, City Administrator, Mayor, and City Council. - Perform other duties as assigned. ## Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent. - Completion of a recognized Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship, or equivalent electric utility certification. - At least 6 years of progressively responsible electric utility construction, operation and maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role. - Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. - Experience with overhead and underground distribution systems and with operating bucket trucks, and line trucks. - Valid Utah driver's license and a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL), or ability to obtain a CDL within six months of hire. - Current or obtainable First Aid/CPR and utility safety certifications. - Ability to climb poles, work from aerial devices, work safely around energized equipment and respond to emergencies after hours. - Ability to pass a background check, pre-employment drug screening and driving record review. - Strong knowledge of elec ric utility construction, operation and maintenance practices. - Ability to read engineering plans, schematics, maps and specifications. - Clear, professional communication with crews, customers, officials and contractors. - Sound judgment and steady leadership, especially in emergencies. ** ** Preferred Qualifications - Experience as a lead lineman, foreman, crew leader or utility supervisor. - Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology, utility management, business or a related field. - Municipal or public power experience, including UMPA or other joint action agency membership. - Knowledge of substations, SCADA, AMI, protective relaying, metering and distribution automation. - Experience with budgeting, rate analysis and capital project management. - Working knowledge of GIS, Blue Beam software, outage management and work order software. ## Working Conditions Duties are performed in both office and field environments, requiring outdoor work under varying weather conditions. Physical and operational requirements include: - Climb poles and work from bucket trucks and aerial devices. - Work near energized conductors and equipment, and in trenches, vaults and confined spaces. - Operate heavy utility vehicles and equipment. - Lift up to 50 pounds and work at heights. - Work nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours during emergencies or major outages. Candidates must possess color vision sufficient to distinguish electrical wiring and perform essential functions while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.