Substation Supervisor

First Energy at a Glance

We are a forward‑thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better, and our communities stronger.

First Energy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation’s largest investor‑owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

This is an open position with Ohio Edison, a subsidiary of First Energy Corp. The role is a full‑time, on‑site Substation Supervisor located in Akron/Fairlawn, OH.

• Demonstrate and direct a solid commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Direct and supervise employees engaged in above and below grade electric transmission and distribution construction work.
• Direct substation workers in all activities associated with the installation and removal of new and existing substation facilities such as breakers, switches, line traps, tuners, CCVTs, transformers, bus work and associated structures (steel or wood).
• Respond to and supervise resources during emergency conditions to support public safety and system reliability, and supervise and dispatch service restoration crews during major storms.
• Monitor employee activities and enforce conformance to established work practices and methods, according to the Preferred Practices Manual, Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety Specifications and Construction Standards.
• Request and coordinate the availability of necessary equipment, tools, materials, and supplies required.
• Coordinate work with other departments and schedule construction, maintenance, repair, or test work.
• Demonstrate sound internal and external customer service.
• Provide coaching, recommend corrective actions to meet performance standards, and acknowledge good work and habits.
• Implement instruction and training of substation employees in the established work practices and methods used throughout the department.
• Administer the Company and Regional Absenteeism Management Program and Regional Safety Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent and 5‑7 years of related electrical field work experience, including hazard response, construction, and maintenance practices, procedures, work methods, materials, equipment, and tools.
• Advanced knowledge and experience in operations, repair, and construction of assigned transmission and distribution areas.
• Some supervisory experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of principles and operation of electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Ability to learn various computer applications (CASCADE, CREWS, SAP, POWERON, GIS, etc.) and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read, alter, and communicate complex prints and specifications to personnel.
• Ability to coach, mentor, engage, and inspire people to excel in their roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applied electricity, including AC and DC circuits and equipment.
• Possess a questioning attitude to learn, produce results, and develop relationships.
• Effective leadership skills to communicate with and direct the work of others to ensure safety and produce satisfactory work results.

At First Energy, employees are key to our success. We reward individual and team efforts through a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, incentive compensation, a company‑sponsored pension plan, a 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, and a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life‑insurance programs. Skills‑development training with tuition reimbursement is also available.

First Energy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Safety is a core value for First Energy and is essential to all of our business activities. We provide employees with the tools, information, and processes needed to perform their duties in a manner that ensures safety for themselves, their co‑workers, our customers, and the public. Our goal is an accident‑free, injury‑free workplace that promotes public safety and world‑class safety standards.

Exempt