Description

Position Summary:
To direct the construction, maintenance and operation of the Municipal's distribution lines and 38mw generation plant. To ensure employees maintain safe working habits for the personnel in the department. To render prompt, efficient and reliable service that will promote goodwill between the Municipal and customers. Be responsible for the administration of the Power Plant. Keep records necessary for both State and Federal Governments. To assist in planning both long- and short-range goals. This position may be appointed to IMEA Board of Directors by City Council. 

Supervises: All line department personnel including, but not limited to Foreman, Lead Lineman, Linemen, AP, Groundmen, and Meter Readers. All Power Plant personnel including, but not limited to Power Plant Foreman, Maintenance personnel and operators. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
A.    Personnel

        Reviews periodically the activities of immediate subordinates and recommends to the City Manager any personnel changes or additions needed.

        Develops and maintains morale and enthusiasm among crew; recognizing abilities and accomplishments and recommending promotions as conditions warrant.

        Does employee evaluations on a yearly basis.

        Is able to make recommendations as to the hiring of new employees.

        Supervises all Distribution and Power Plant employees.

        Will make recommendations regarding dismissing of employees.

        Keeps records such as: vacation, over-time and sick-time for all employees.

        Coordinates vacation schedules with work schedules.

        Develops an apprentice training program.

        Develops a Safety/Training program for all employees.

B.     Operations

        Customers: creates understanding and support of the Municipal in resolving customers' problems; to explain services offered, rates, policies and procedures which the Municipal has established to meet the electrical needs of the customers.

        Is continually being educated on new developments in operational methods and equipment that can improve the system's reliability.

        Investigates consumer complaints and requests, performing and assigning work as required.

        Maintains and promotes good customer relations.

        Participates in National (American Public Power Association) and State (Illinois Municipal Utilities Association) organizations in order to improve technical skills and abilities.

        Local, County and State Highway Departments: cooperates with the personnel of these departments relative to the location and re-location of distribution lines and facilities.

        Consultants: works closely with the consulting engineer in establishing of system plans.

        Keeps records as prescribed by State and Federal Governments. 

        Keeps P.C.B. disposal, storage, and records as outlined E.P.A. regulation 40 C.F.R. 761. Failure to do so may result in levied fines or imprisonment or both.

        Responsible for the City’s fuel storage and dispenser maintenance and records.

        Review and approve all renewable energy projects connecting to the system.

C.     Directs and Organizes
        Supervises and analyzes load and voltage studies on a continuing basis and is constantly aware of the weak area of the system.

        Sees that personnel follow the best safety practices and that working equipment is used properly and kept in good working condition.

        Reports to the City Manager and Council on the status of work activities, including planned construction and maintenance.

        Develops short- and long-range planning of requirements for construction, operation, and maintenance of the Electric System.

        Reviews and approves activities on matters pertaining to construction, operation, and maintenance of the Electric System and keeps the City Manager and Council informed on the progress of work being done.

        Obtains information in regard to inventories necessary to achieve the scheduled work objectives.

        Administer budget for Electric Departments.

        Responsible for 35 million plus dollars of equipment.

        Oversees all major capital improvements on the Electric System.

        Direct preparation for large construction projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
        15 years experience in the City Electric System

        Be diversified in occupations

        Possess qualities of leadership to motivate, organize, administer and execute work programs and the activities of the department

        Able to coordinate work flow with each department

        Available to respond 24 hours during emergencies

        Be sympathetic to Municipal principles

        Able to plan and administer a fiscal budget

        Must have excellent communication capabilities in arbitrating Municipal/customer situations.