Evergy Hiring for Supv Construction and Mtce at Fort Scott, KS  Full Time

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:

The position requires a minimum of three years of previous electrical distribution/transmission operations, construction and maintenance experience. Previous supervisory experience is preferred, as is knowledge of the collective bargaining process. The incumbent must be familiar with the company’s computer systems and programs, flexible, and possessive of strong leadership, communications, and human relations skills. The major challenge of this position is to accomplish all facets of essential distribution construction, maintenance and operation activities in a safe and efficient matter without excessive supervision of operations in the field. The incumbent must be a participative change agent, developing and empowering the employees to complete their tasks as required while removing any impediments to that process. An additional challenge is to ensure that all in-service dates are met. The incumbent works within the policies and procedures set forth by the Company, and by the Vice President T&D Operations, Vice President Customer Services, and Engineering. The incumbent also adheres to all provisions of the bargaining unit agreement, the regulations of the two state commissions, the rules and regulations of the Department of Transportation, OSHA, the EPA, the National Electric Safety Code, and all applicable state and local laws and regulations. This position requires contact with many departments throughout the Delivery division and Company. Outside contacts include customers, contractors, local law enforcement authorities, various governmental and civic organizations, media, railroads, consulting firms, other local utilities, fire protection agencies, and the Corps of Engineers. The effectiveness of the incumbent is measured by the level of distribution system reliability achieved, the percentage of in-service dates met, customer satisfaction levels, safety performance, budgetary performance, employee productivity, the number of legitimate grievances received, employee morale, and efficient resource utilization, as measured by budgetary performance and proper prioritization of work.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Valid drivers license.

Working Conditions: Most work is performed in an office with field work as necessary to perform the job. Travel to other locations within the company is required. Position requires work beyond normal working hours depending on workload, project deadlines, and service restoration efforts. Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.