Electrical Supervisor
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POSITION OVERVIEW Plan, direct and supervise the work of the Electrical and Instrumentation Maintenance staff in maintaining a wide variety of electrical, controls, motors and instrumentation equipment throughout the Mining operations, SXEW and support facilities. Effectively maintainthe plant electrical systems to consistently support budgeted production goals and operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProvide individual mentoring and training for electricians/apprentices to advance their knowledge and troubleshooting skills of all equipment. Provide direction and supervision of department maintenance personnel; inspect and review the work of subordinates. Develop, prioritize and implement both scheduled and unplanned maintenance activities. Coordinate and emphasize a preventive maintenance program, including order supplies and necessary materials. Monitor and ensure safe work practices and safety compliance within department personnel; develop safe work practices and procedures; emphasize and promote an attitude of safe and proper work practices within the department. Communicate with production and other maintenance department supervision on a daily basis to effectively prioritize tasks and provide feedback on work requirements and progress. Provide technical skills and knowledge to assist in timely and competent troubleshooting and repairs to equipment. Perform safety and environmental inspections and maintain records as required for regulating agencies and company policies. Coordinate and oversee new installation and project work; including developing and ordering necessary supplies, materials and equipment. Assist in monitoring and controlling department budget costs, electrical repairs and maintenance costs within the operating budgets. This position will work in all areas of electrical to train and assist, when necessary, in the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of all equipment. Coordinate and oversee onsite contractors in performance of maintenance work and projects. Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company's Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles. This position will work in all areas of electrical to train and assist, when necessary, in the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of all equipment.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to effectively supervise and direct journey level electricians and instrument technicians in a unionized environment. Knowledge of safe electrical work practices and procedures. Ability to operate electrical and electronic test equipment. Capability to logically diagnose electrical problems and perform troubleshooting with sound, effective methodology. Ability to diagnose problems and troubleshoot PLC based electrical controls. Knowledge of electrical protective relaying applications and maintenance. Ability to provide effective oral and written communications. Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Windows, MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Excel. Education and Experience Five years' experience as a front-line electrical supervisor within the mining industry or other heavy industry. Demonstrated performance and experience as a journey level electrician in the mining industry or other heavy industry. Experienced with safely operating and maintaining power distribution circuits and equipment through 13.8kV and medium voltage motor control. Formal training and first-hand experience in programming and maintenance of industrial PLC's, preferably Allen-Bradley. Associate Degree from an accredited college or vocational/technical school in an electrical technical field is desirable, but not required.