Manager, Line Construction and Forestry

Cobb EMC has an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Line Construction and Forestry to manage the safe and proper installation and maintenance of distribution power lines, ensure the clearance of Cobb EMC right of way, and ensure effective communications between field and office personnel.

• Ensure jobs are completed within pre-established time frames and on budget.
• Resolve routine system maintenance problems daily.
• Ensure conversion jobs are completed within the timeframe outlined in the work plan.
• Annually review existing storm procedures and recommend revisions as needed.
• Schedule training in a timely manner for the installation and operation of new electrical equipment.
• Ensure the proper installation of transformers, breakers, takeoff assemblies, security lights, services, and regulators, including banks and energized or de-energized lines.
• Evaluate maintenance priorities of overhead and underground distribution lines, schedule work accordingly.
• Direct subordinate personnel in the proper trimming and clearing of distribution right-of-way.
• Ensure the most effective and reliable cycle for cutting Cobb EMC’s right-of-way.

• Provide best equipment available within budget limits.
• Maintain system at peak operating efficiency. Keep average annual outage time below established levels.
• Consult with Engineering on all discrepancies between staking sheets and actual construction.
• Inspect crews’ work daily.

• Ensure that all member inquiries are promptly, courteously, and professionally addressed.
• Ensure that all inquiries are handled to completion with fair and equitable treatment to all members.
• Minimize inquiries forwarded to higher management for final decision, approval, or response.

• Prepare, analyze, and submit the following reports to Director of Operations: monthly Job Status Report, monthly Service Report, Training Schedule, weekly Contract Crew Report, and quarterly Budget Report.
• Prepare and submit annual departmental budget and work plan.
• Effectively monitor budget expenditures.
• Receive bids and make minor material purchases at lowest cost and within budget limits.
• Ensure that all data from WMS is utilized to ensure optimum efficiency of the workforce.
• Ensure all contract work is bid based on quality and price.
• Coordinate the drafting of RFP’s and contracts for any bid projects within the Line Maintenance and Service departments.

• Handle all aspects of employment for subordinate staff, including hiring, promotion, training, and termination.
• Appropriately document actions in employment issues.
• Coach and direct learning through direct involvement and reinforcement.
• Analyze and manage daily workload and schedules.
• Monitor performance and conduct performance planning and review sessions.
• Ensure fair and consistent treatment of departmental employees.
• Actively support the efforts and intent of Equal Employment Opportunity.

Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences. 

No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other

Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution. 

Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning. 

EOE/Disability/Vets/Drug-Free Workplace