March 28, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Utility Services Manager

Organization:
Xcel Energy, Inc.
Region:
United States, Colorado, Arvada
End of contest:
May 22, 2017
  This job posting has expired
Type:
Full time
Category:
Manager
Description

Are you ready to take your leadership potential to the next level with a growing Fortune 500 company?  Xcel Energy is at the leading edge of an industry that is changing quickly. We're seeking dynamic, proven leaders to help guide us into this exciting energy future. If you're looking to lead at a company that is committed to excellence, safety and environmental stewardship, with plenty of room to grow, consider a position at Xcel Energy.

Xcel Energy is looking for talented and experienced Utility Services Manager to join the Xcel Energy team at the Arvada North Metro Headquarters in Arvada, Colorado!

Summary

Responsible for hiring, managing and training the Utility Worker distribution crews and the overall administration of Utility Worker deployment and development throughout Colorado.  Administers the policies and procedures of Business Operations to ensure safe, functional and reliable Gas/Electric Distribution Systems while ensuring customer satisfaction. 

Essential Responsibilities

  • Direct Personnel: Daily management of a diverse portfolio of service providers including Utility Services and bore crews, supervisors, associates and administrative assistants. Determines whether work is to be performed by contractor or Utility Services.  Manager the deployment of Utility Services to maximize work efficiency and maintain expected work production to meet customer expectations. Responsible for staffing, training and crew administration for utility workers.
  • Administer Construction Schedule: Administer construction schedule consistently to emphasize meeting in-service dates, customer expectation goals and development of utility workers for advancement into apprentice programs. Implement plans, programs, contingencies and recommendations as necessary to meet budgetary goals and track construction expenses.
  • Provide Quality Control and Quality Assurance Audits: Consistently communicate and monitor quality, public safety, customer satisfaction and cost goals to meet objectives, track and monitor work expectations of utility workers. Work closely with Union Business Agents on an ongoing basis to promote continuous improvement. Resolve variances and provide assistance to improve project and work performance when necessary. Implement periodic checks to ensure and utility workers performing work for Business Operations are knowledgeable and in compliance with Xcel Energy standards, policies, and procedures; and with Federal, State and Local regulations.
  • Ensure Safety: Conduct periodic safety site audits and accident investigations on Utility Services crews as necessary to promote and provide a safe work environment, reduce accidents, and increase awareness of job site hazards and mitigation.
Requirements

Required

  • High school degree or equivalent
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or business field (6 years related experience may substitute for the degree)
  • 8 years of experience in construction, operations or contract administration
  • 2 years management/supervisory experience
  • Working knowledge of gas/electric system construction, operations and maintenance standards, procedures and governmental regulations
  • Knowledge of union labor agreements
  • Ability to handle several activities and interacting with many diverse work groups in a broad setting
  • Knowledge of codes/regulations including FERC, DOT, NEC, OSHA, EEO/AA, EPA, PUC, OPS, SOx, environmental, ROW, land use, franchise and local building codes
  • Subject to all applicable Federal, State and Xcel Energy drug testing requirements
  • Willingness and ability to travel occasionally
  • Must successfully score on the Mid Level Assessment (online-must be invited to take this)


Preferred

  • Experienced with PC and mainframe computer applications and analytical software
     

This position requires a behavioral assessment prior to being considered for an interview.

Contact

Xcel Energy, Inc.

414 Nicollet Mall

Minneapolis

Minnesota United States

www.xcelenergy.com


Other relevant information

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you're ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.



Posting Notes:  CO - Arvada || CO - Arvada || United States (US) || Operations || 62280:CCR Utility Services PSC || Full-Time || Non-Bargaining ||



Requisition Number: 6090



Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran



Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com