Field Leader Electric Operations Substation

Job Description 

Job Summary 
A  Field Leader for Electric Operations, Substation Service Center provides leadership to a team of employees and/or contractors directly responsible for overseeing daily operations, including inventory management, shipping and receiving, staff supervision, and acceptance testing of equipment. Ensures accurate tracking of goods, efficient order fulfillment, and proper storage to maintain organized and productive workflows. Oversees acceptance testing of new and repaired equipment to verify functionality, safety, and compliance with operational standards. Leads and develops warehouse staff through training, scheduling, and performance management to meet operational goals. Maintains a safe and compliant work environment by enforcing safety standards and proper equipment usage. Drives continuous improvement by optimizing processes, reducing costs, and implementing efficient systems. Manages budgets, monitors expenses, and ensures all operations align with company policies and industry regulations. Field Leaders are generally on call 24 hours a day to support operational activities. 
 
Essential Functions 

• 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, ensure all 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 plans along 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 com