Field Leader Electric Operations - Line - NiSource

• Demonstrate Safety Leadership by promoting and assuring a safe working environment, as well as, helping to support the continued improvement of electric operations public safety. In addition, ensureall personnel performs safe work habits according to NIPSCOs Safety Manual. 

• Provide leadership, direction, and performance coaching to the front-line workforce. Facilitate effective two-way communication, especially between front-line workers and the rest of the organization. 

• Serve as a consistent and regular presence at work sites providing leadership, direction and feedback to the front-line employees. 

• Actively manage the development, training, and evaluation of front-line workers to improve individual and team performance.  

• Manage and enforce the terms in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (where applicable) 

• Promote Operational Excellence by motivating, coaching, and developing staff to meet established objectives 

• Create an environment in which front-line workers are actively involved in the spirit and steps of Continuous Improvement. 

• Ensure optimal use of resources by supporting the development and driving the execution of the teams’ work plansalong with proper management of Operating and Maintenance and Capital Budgets.  

• Collaborate with and build strong working relationships with internal and external groups to coordinate work efforts. 

• Ensures work is completed according to company standards, regulations, processes and procedures. 

• Ensure employees effectively use tools and technology to complete their daily work. 

• Cultivate and advance a diverse and inclusive environment.  

• Convey a leadership image that is consistent with the organization's values, demonstrating the qualities, traits and demeanor that commands leadership respect.  

• Troubleshoot process systems, equipment failure/concerns or inefficiencies when they occur. 

• Respond to emergencies within the company’s established procedures, incident command system structure, and storm recovery structure. 

• Ensures all training of personnel is up to date and compliant. 

• Must possess valid State Driver’s License and clean driving recordand clean driving record. 

General Functional Duties / Preferred Qualifications 

• Four years of experience in natural gas or electric industry and/or background within a related utility, and skilled trades. 

• Preferred - associates or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution 

• Preferred - additional relevant certifications such as:  Project Management Professional, Certified Safety Professional, Professional Engineer Certification 

• Demonstrated Leadership experience 

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to quickly assess and make sound decisions in emergency situations  

• Strong knowledge of on-the-job safety and compliance requirements 

• Ability to motivate stakeholders with varying priorities to accomplish a common goal.  

• Strong organizational and planning skills 

• Ability to coach and develop employees 

• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of technologies used for everyday tasks 

• Periodically assumes duties of the department manager. 

• Additional hours more than 40/week and/or out of town or overnight travel may be required to meet expectations of this position 

• Complete and submit a proper Request for Clearance in accordance with NIPSCOs General Orders. 

• Participates in regional standby rotations. 

• Basic understanding of electrical concepts and theories. 

• Responsible for directing their teams to meet CAIDI, SAIDI, SAIFI, ETR, and other customer commitment goals. 

• Directs field damage assessment and restoration work for electric system outages.  

• Work closely within the following software platforms; ITOA, OMS, NIMS, Ventyx, Maximo, and GIS 

Disclaimer 

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