Power Generation Supervisor - SGS Maintenance

UNS Energy Corporation, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., the largest investor-owned electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries, Tucson Electric Power Company, UNS Electric, Inc. and UNS Gas, Inc., power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona.

We embrace a spirit of giving, dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities we have served for generations, and in TEP's case, since the 1890s. We're building a cleaner, greener grid, with more wind and solar power than ever before, while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable service.

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• Continual growth: In an industry changing faster than ever before, our commitment to professional growth and leadership development means we never stop challenging ourselves to explore new possibilities.
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• Total compensation: UNS Energy Corporation also offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes a 401k plan with a generous company match and additional non-discretionary employer contribution, affordable individual and family health insurance plans, tuition assistance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance and much more.

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Internal Posting Opened: 5/20/2025

Internal Posting Closes: 6/3/2025

Position Description:

Supervises team responsible for the repair of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation & control equipment at the Springerville Generating Station, to ensure optimum generating capabilities.

Position-Related Responsibilities:

*Has authorization and responsibility to assign and direct staff. Supervises employees and monitors activities; including safety, prioritizing workflow allocation, staffing/scheduling, and performance reviews.

*Provides direction to employees; resolves technical questions and employee relation issues to provide accurate and consistent direction and interpretations. Provides feedback to employees during mid-cycle updates; provides direction to employees; monitors workflow to minimize backlog and customer complaints.

*Applies knowledge of assigned area and overall plant processes to resolve maintenance and operations problems.

*Reviews area operations to identify processes/procedures/operations improvements. Resolves problems considering time, equipment and tools/materials costs.

*Recognizes and anticipates employee training needs to ensure that all team employees have skills necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of the job.

*Provides assessment of employee training needs; recommends training plan and ensures employees obtain appropriate training, as identified.

*Monitors the economic operations of all equipment and takes corrective action as necessary to maintain optimum efficiency.

*Ensures Unit performs within pre-determined parameters.

*Assures the execution of dispatching directives regarding generation limits and switching procedures.

*Supports the loads/requirements of the system and has no switching errors.

*Oversees and directs all plant activities, including maintenance functions, at times when other supervisory personnel are not on duty.

*Identifies viable alternatives and plans activities to limit time delays, equipment downtime and load reduction. Demonstrates knowledge of plant processes by considering potential impact of all activities.

*Establishes and maintains appropriate records and recordkeeping systems. Manages group budget to ensure cost-effective use of resources.

*Maintains accurate and up-to-date personnel, budget and job cost information. Estimates costs and analyzes actual cost variances from budget and explains differences.

*Coordinates and interfaces with other Power Generation sections to ensure maintenance and operations activities are scheduled effectively.

*Plans for equipment outages by scheduling outside contractors and temporary manpower, procuring parts assigning work to team.

*Work performed by outside contractors is completed to specification and on schedule.

*Establishes and maintains appropriate records and record keeping systems.

*This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

*Requires the ability to obtain and maintain CIP certification.

*This is a safety sensitive position.

*Support and communicate Operational Excellence goals, objectives, vision and values.

Management Responsibilities:

*Ensure that the Company's management principles, policies and programs are consistently practiced and continually support the Affirmative Action Plan.

*Assume fiduciary responsibility for operating the business and provide recommendations on cost improvement measures.

*Ensure that the Performance Management program is administered uniformly and effectively.

*Comply with and administer the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement when applicable.

*Administers personnel functions, including recruiting, review and approval of job descriptions and salary classifications, and selection and placement of personnel. Participates in hiring, termination, promoting, assignment and direction of staff. Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations and standards, company policies, practices and ethical obligations to investigate, evaluate and recommend appropriate resolution to employee complaints.

*Promotes and participates in the professional development, personal growth and career planning of staff. Motivate, recognize and reward, coach, counsel, train; provide feedback to employees during performance reviews. Participates in Leadership Development programs.

*Addresses disciplinary and/or performance issues, according to company policy, and communicates effectively with employees regarding corrective action. Has input into the adjustment of grievances and administration of discipline.

*Plans day-to-day operations, estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work. Evaluate the structure and team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
(Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.)

• High school diploma or GED.

• Knowledge of plant processes and operations.

• Knowledge of equipment, parts and plant layout; budget preparation and analysis techniques.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision; labor agreement terms and conditions.

• Knowledge of computer skills necessary to complete job requirements; regulatory requirements; TEP policies and procedures.

• Possesses effective verbal and written communication skills.

  This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Pay Rate: Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.

All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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