Shift Supervisor, Steam Operations, 59th St Station

Overview

Responsibilities

• Communication: Communicates, both verbally and in writing, in a clear logical manner that is easy to understand. Listens effectively and allows others to express their thoughts without prejudging.
• Information Management: Utilizes appropriate mainframe or personal computer applications. Maintains the integrity of the systems used through established security practices.
• Recordkeeping: Responsible for the preparation, integrity and maintenance of all records within the job scope. Ensures that all records, including appropriate reference materials, are kept current and are available.
• Housekeeping: Ensures that good housekeeping practices are followed for all areas of responsibility.
• Training: Develops personnel to achieve maximum efficiency and productivity by instructing, motivating, counseling and utilizing appropriate training.
• Personnel: Strives to improve morale and productivity of subordinates. Adheres to Company rules and terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Determines appropriate disciplinary action, conducts interviews, participates in settlement of grievances, and evaluates subordinates' work performance.
• Operations: Oversees the startup and shutdown of equipment under both normal and emergency conditions, ensuring all systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. Exercises judgment in determining whether to remove or restrict unit operations. Maintains communication with System Operations and CIG, prepares detailed trouble reports, and conducts related investigations. Administers maintenance memoranda, work permits, and operating orders in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs other related tasks and assignments as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years of experience in a power plant, US Navy, or merchant shipping environment, or
• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience in a power plant, US Navy, or merchant shipping environment.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 3 years of experience in a power plant, US Navy, or merchant shipping environment.

• At least three years of experience in a power plant, U.S. Navy, or merchant marine environment, required.
• A minimum of three years of hands-on experience with control room operations, boilers, high- and low-pressure auxiliary systems, plant troubleshooting, boiler mechanics, blueprint reading, and pipe fitting, required.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures, operating orders, work permits and use of appropriate personal protective equipment, required.
• Proficiency in computer software and applications, required.
• Supervisory experience, preferred.

• Driver's License Required
• Boiler License NYC Stationary Engineer's License Required

• Ability to respond to system emergencies
• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
• Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs
• Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment
• Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
• Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.