Power Distribution Assistant Manager - EXAM

Under general direction, is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, and coordinating of the work projects in the Power Distribution Section within the Division of Power; performs related duties as required. (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) Assigns work to crews to ensure established priorities; approves work schedules; reassigns work crews as needed to meet work objectives; Monitors the work of staff in power distribution which may include substation, underground, overhead, and street lighting sections to ensure smooth operations; Monitors the load on the power distribution and transmission system; Oversees the construction and maintenance program to line crew supervisors; Orders equipment, tools, and supplies required by field crews; Inspects work in progress for conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and oral instructions; Works closely with engineering personnel in planning construction projects; Assists in forecasting equipment and budgetary requirements; recommends equipment updates; Approves the vacation schedules; completes performance reviews; approves overtime for subordinates; Supervises the maintenance of work records; Assists in the education of staff on safety procedures and regulations; Investigates complaints received from the public relative to actions of workers in the field; Prepares reports as required. Completion of the twelfth school grade and six (6) years of experience performing fully-skilled work in electrical power distribution including two (2) years of supervisory or administrative experience in the same field. Substitution(s): A certificate of high school equivalence (GED) will be accepted in lieu of the twelfth school grade requirement. Significant coursework related to mechanical or electrical engineering may be substituted for up to two years of the required non-supervisory/non-administrative experience on a year-for-year basis (18 semester hours/ 27 quarter hours equals one (1) year). Possession of a valid driver’s license. The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbus