Electric – Superintendent, Electric Power_202138 Position Available In Orangeburg, South Carolina

Electric

• Superintendent, Electric Power_202138 Department of Public Utilities/City of Orangeburg Orangeburg, SC Superintendent, Electric Power
• Electric Division (Salary Range $88,836.80
• $142,126.

40 / year) The purpose of this position is to direct and manage operations and staff involved in operating, constructing and maintaining electric plants, sub-stations, and related components for the Electric Division for the Department of Public Utilities (DPU).

Essential Functions:

Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; Manages, coordinates and participates in preventative and emergency maintenance and repairs of electric plants, sub-stations and related components; Manages and coordinates construction of sub-stations and transmission lines; Manages high voltage switching; Maintains inventory of equipment, tools and supplies; Assists in developing, planning and implementing strategic plans, goals, and objectives for the division in the area of electric power delivery; Assists in developing budget for the division; Ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, guidelines, policies and procedures; Maintains an awareness of new technologies, technical methods, trends, and advances in the profession; Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures; Operates a personal computer and other electronic devices; Communicates with supervisor, DPU employees, outside agencies, customers, the public, and other individuals.

Minimum Qualifications:

BS Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field required; supplemented by five years of experience in planning and designing electrical, mechanical, or communication systems, to include lead or supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must reside within a radius of Orangeburg, SC that allows for a 30-minute maximum response to call outs and emergencies.

Specific License or Certification Required:

Must possess and maintain a valid South Carolina driver’s license. Possession and maintenance of a South Carolina Professional Engineer’s license is preferred.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

Must have extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering as to electrical systems; and the ability to make independent decision in the design and layout of projects; to develop solutions to problems encountered during the design of projects; to analyze complex mechanical and electrical systems and equipment and direct repair of same; and to exchange ideas and give instructions in a clear legible and/or audible manner.