System Supervisor

NASHVILLE ELECTRIC SERVICE NOTICE OF VACANCY SYSTEM SUPERVISOR (Current opening is in the System Operations Section of the Power System Operations Department)

1. Minimum Certification Requirements Bachelor’s degree in engineering with emphasis on electrical or computer engineering from an accredited institution is required. Six years of professional experience in operations with an electric utility installing, testing, operating, and maintaining transmission/distribution equipment and control system is required. Two years of experience overseeing the work of others is required. Employees who receive a positive drug or alcohol test result within the past 12 months prior to posting will not certify for the job . Employees who have less than a “good” overall job performance on their last performance appraisal will not certify for the job . Employees who receive a disciplinary suspension within the past 12 months of posting will not certify for the job . Employees who fail or did not take the most recent Safety Manual Test will not certify for any job that would be a promotion .
2. Examples of Duties and Responsibilities a. Plan, schedule and supervise the activities of the section. Ensure proper training and development, monitor progress and evaluate employees. Promote and support Equal Employment Opportunity by ensuring equitable employment practices and opportunities for all employees. b. Coordinate technical work with other departments, customers, and interconnecting electric utilities. c. Set goals and standards for section and monitor to ensure compliance. d. Evaluate, justify and initiate requests for personnel, technical training, new equipment and materials, and the repair of electric system devices and test equipment. e. Conduct studies and make recommendations concerning the testing and control of substation and distribution equipment. Serve on committees and work groups for special projects. f. Communicate with employees, customers, and other entities through personal contact telephone, radio, writing, or electronic means to provide information or answer questions related to the area of responsibility. Investigate, respond, and resolve employee or customer problems and complaints within company guidelines and policies. g. Perform work in a safe manner to protect employees, the public, and property. Enforce safety rules and ensure work is performed in accordance with approved safe work practices. Conduct investigations, retain evidence, and complete appropriate documentation.
3. Working Conditions The working environment of this job includes physical surroundings that are good. There may be occasional exposure to elements such as noise, dust, heat or other undesirable elements. This job demands light physical effort. Occasionally moves or lifts light objects. May walk or stand for prolonged periods. Subject to 24-hour call and shift work.
4. Additional Requirements Note: The selection process for this position will involve behavioral interviews.
5. Special Licensing and Certification Must have a valid Class D driver’s license from state of residence in accordance with state law. NOTE: The current Minimum annual rate is $159,161.60 and the Maximum annual rate is $238,742.40. Applications must be submitted online and the deadline date for submittal is October 21, 2026 . If you have any questions, please call the Staffing & Employee Relations Office at Ext. 3676. The statements in this job description are not an exhaustive list of all essential functions, duties and skills. Other duties may be added or deleted and this description may be amended at any time. DATE: October 7, 2026 All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.