The main purpose of any electric utility is to provide reliable and continuous electric energy to its consumers. The Operations department has the prime responsibility to assure this function once electric power is delivered to the system.

DUTIES OF THIS POSITION

Primary duties and responsibilities:
a)Distribution system operation;
b)Distribution line and substation maintenance;
c)Minor construction and meter connections.
d)Information system end Networking operation

General functions and duties:
a)Manage operation and maintenance of PPSELD distribution system;
b)Direct PPSELD line construction activities, as needed;
c)Assign, coordinate and direct work schedule of PPSELD line crews;
d)Ensure PPSELD O&M staff receive safety and skills development training, and have access to personal protection equipment, hand tools, and vehicular support to accomplish O&M tasks in a safe and effective manner;
e)Maintain documentation of labor and materials, work equipment, tools, transportation equipment other assets assigned to PPSELD Operations Department;
f)Provide information to procurement department regarding material needs in sufficient time for materials to be ordered and received;
g)Coordinate routine inspections of all line and substation facilities to assure proper performance;
h)Receive and analyze service interruption reports and voltage complaints. Recommends changes to correct conditions in system design wherever possible. Monitors outage records and evaluates the annual summaries for planning of system maintenance;
i)Build new line GPS maps and update existing one
j)Perform back up on our information system software and operate the networking and internet system.
k)Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager and/or Chief of Party.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
a)Must have intimate knowledge of electric distribution line construction, maintenance and distribution system operations;
b)Skilled and able to work effectively in a large organization, and willing to accept direction from superiors;
c)Able to provide motivation and supervision to employees under his direction;
d)Task oriented to ensure completion of tasks timely, within financial constraints, and with quality;
e)Ability to supervise and influence people;
f)Proficiency in organizational planning;
g)Able to use AUTOCAD and GPS software
h)Able to operate the information and networking system
i)Able to work long and flexible hours.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
a)Graduate in electrical engineering;
b)Experience in supervision of electrical construction and maintenance will be considered as additional qualification;
c)Experience in planning and organizing operations for a service oriented enterprise is beneficial;
d)Capability for the development and implementation of operational methods and procedures;
e)Record of personal integrity.
f)At least 6 years’ experience in electrical line
g)At least 6 years’ experience in networking and information system

OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS:
a)Comprehension: Fluent in English and Creole
b)Travel:Must be able to travel within Haiti
c)Physical Demands:Normal physical demands
d)Computer Skills:Must have command of MS Office software

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
a)Reports to:General Manager
b)Supervises:Direct supervision of all employees within the Department
and supervision of consultants, contractors, and agents assigned by the General Manager to the Department.
c)Coordinates with:PPSELD Electric Utility employees, consultants, contractors

PROBATIONARY PERIOD
This appointment requires completion of a three-month probationary period. During this period, employee’s conduct and performance will be monitored in order to determine if the employee will be retained.

A cover letter, resume, copies of various diplomas.

One Resume by candidate