Supervisor Shop Operations

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Summary:

Supervises the Shop Services crews to assure work is coordinated and completed safely, efficiently and on schedule to support the reliable and safe operation of the electrical system. Supervisor ensures compliance with safety rules, Company policies and procedures, as well as job specifications and regulatory standards. Supervisor provides leadership to the crews, utilizing departmental background, interpersonal skills, coaching skills and technical expertise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the daily activities of assigned crew(s), under the direction of the Fleet Shop Services manager.
• Prioritizes, schedules and assigns work to achieve business goals. Ensures tailboard meetings are held and are effective.
• Safeguards self as well as fellow workers and the public in the course and scope of business by following safety rules set forth in the Company's Accident Prevention Manual. Assures that safety meetings are held regularly and effectively.
• Addresses unsafe practices or situations and takes appropriate action.
• Coordinates between various departments and various external agencies to assure timely completion of work and provides technical expertise as needed.
• Sets the standard for crews regarding customer service.
• Administers company policy within area work groups.
• Manages employee performance, encourages, motivates, coaches, trains, holds subordinates accountable and resolves employee conflicts.
• Manages resources, including budget, equipment, tools and instruments.
• Exhibits behavior consistent with all Company values, policies and procedures.
• Complies with and supports the Company, its management and policies.
• Assures the effective and efficient procurement, distribution and use of materials for the crew(s) and maintains effective records to document.
• Monitors, maintains, and updates manual and computerized work management records, assuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Audits field personnel by visually monitoring work progress and ensures correct procedures are followed on a regular basis.
• Ensures that applicable employee personnel files are maintained with performance documentation as appropriate.
• Prepares and delivers both formal and informal oral and written communications related to service area activities.
• Represents the division, department or company on internal work teams and with external parties as required.
• Maintains effective working relationships with management, co-workers and customers.
• Researches issues and facilitates work orders. This may include securing access, obtaining permits, verifying security clearances, etc.
• Schedules outages as required.
• Maintains a regular and reliable level of attendance. Sets the example for the crew.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding of bargaining unit agreement.

Education:

Requires a high school education or a G.E.D. providing the equivalent knowledge of English, basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and calculation of fractions and/or percentages), grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Experience:

Requires a minimum of five years of experience as Head Journeyman. Requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in Shop Services activities in support of Electric and Gas Operations

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:Full Time
Posting Start Date: 12/15/2025
Posting End Date: 12/29/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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