JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT, POWER SYSTEM TECHNICAL DEPT
LOCATION: VEAZIE
REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT, POWER SYSTEM TECHNICAL DEPT
POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT
Be a part of the energy that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.
Versant Power continues to provide efficient, safe, and reliable delivery of electricity to customers in northern and eastern Maine, while never losing sight of safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and innovation, for over 100 years.
We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day, to deliver something more powerful than power alone.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the general direction of the Superintendent, Power System Technical Operations, the Assistant Superintendent supports the daily oversight, coordination, and operational effectiveness of the Company’s electrical substation and meter technician functions. This role assists in planning, organizing, and managing resources related to electrical sub‑stations, generators, MEPCO responsibilities, and ISO New England coordination. The Assistant Superintendent helps ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations while supporting continuous improvement across all technical functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Supports leadership and operational oversight of the Company’s electrical sub‑station and meter technician activities, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Company standards.
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Assists in supervising Power System Technical Supervisors, Operations Technicians, and administrative support staff, providing guidance, coaching, and day‑to‑day direction as delegated by the Superintendent.
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Contributes to short‑ and long‑term planning, including training needs, workforce development, staffing/succession considerations, facility improvements, vehicle and equipment planning, and other capital‑related initiatives.
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Assists in developing and managing Capital and O&M budgets for assigned functional areas. Helps monitor expenditures, prepare variance reports, and support decision‑making to maintain adherence to approved budgets. Supports work planning and scheduling, including coordination with ISO New England through Versant Power System Operations.
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Monitors labor and non‑labor spending to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines and provides recommendations to the Superintendent regarding operational adjustments.
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Supports the Superintendent in managing MEPCO‑related responsibilities, including operational coordination, reporting, and compliance activities.
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Ensures employees receive proper training to perform their duties safely and effectively, actively supporting and reinforcing the Company’s safety culture and programs.
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Participates in the Call Duty Supervisor rotation, assisting with response coordination during major system events or emergencies.
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Supports continuous improvement efforts, helping identify operational challenges, recommending solutions, and collaborating with teams to enhance processes and achieve operational excellence.
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Maintains regular communication with the PST Superintendent and Manager PST, SO and Engineering, providing updates on operational activities, issues, and progress toward goals.
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Works in accordance with environmental procedures and responsibilities, reporting concerns or deviations to the Environmental Department and supporting the Environmental Management System (EMS).
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Remains accessible by home phone, cell phone, pager or Company radio.
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Complies with all environmental regulations and procedures including, but not limited to, spill reporting and response, waste management, oil spill prevention, transportation of hazardous materials, etc.
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Performs other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration.
REQUIRED OR PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
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Associate degree in electric power, electronics or other related field preferred.
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Minimum of ten (10) years of combined experience in electric transmission and distribution construction, maintenance and operations, with a minimum of five (5) years experience in a supervisory / managerial function preferred.
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Theoretical and practical knowledge of electric transmission and distribution construction and maintenance practices required.
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Experience using Microsoft office products required, with ability to learn and apply other software programs.
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Familiarity with work management systems is preferred.
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Previous supervisory experience required, along with strong leadership skills.
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Knowledge and application of collective bargaining agreement, or prior experience in a unionized workplace is required.
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Must have ability to work without direct supervision and maintain high level of self motivation.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
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Position requires sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
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Position requires some work outside and may be exposed to weather extremes of heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather.
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Position may include exposure to chemicals and respiratory irritants.
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Lifting up to 50 pounds.
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Position requires visual and mental concentration
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Position requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
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Position requires excellent oral and written communication skills
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Position is considered stressful due to deadlines and work load.
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Position requires valid Maine Driver’s License.
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Position requires irregular and extra hours.
WORK HOURS:
FULL TIME: 40 hours per week. Position requires irregular work hours from time to time, including nights and weekends as needed.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Non-Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted openings.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free and fragrance-free workplace.
Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Posted: 07/14/2026
