CenterPoint Energy

Regulated electric and natural gas utility

Operations Supervisor

Facilities OperationsPosted on Nov 7

Full-timeMankato, MN, USA$97.3k - $145.9k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A Business Administration degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent years of service and leadership experience.
At least 3 years of leadership experience in the delivery, distribution, or maintenance of natural gas systems or a related environment.
Ability to operate a personal computer and common office equipment with manual dexterity.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle daily or for extended periods and enter and exit the vehicle unassisted.
Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and minimal force frequently to move objects.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing, in person or through technical equipment such as a telephone.
Ability to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan.
Ability to be included in the random drug-screen pool required for Department of Transportation safety-sensitive positions.
Ability to work indoors in an office and outdoors at field sites with occasional exposure to weather conditions, equipment, and noise.
Ability to work regular hours with occasional or mandatory overtime and possible rotating shifts.
Ability to respond to emergency calls and callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
Ability to travel occasionally overnight.

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct the operation and maintenance of the natural gas system according to established plans, policies, and procedures, including construction and maintenance, meter installation, welding, leak survey, cathodic protection, regulation, odorization, and/or measurement.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and provide customers with a safe and adequate energy supply.
Observe, coach, and develop employees and improve individual and team performance by creating an environment that enables employees to contribute their full potential.
Conduct timely and effective performance discussions.
Uphold the corporate affirmative action commitment and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
Implement and monitor the Natural Gas Operations strategic plan and deliver customer-driven, safe, cost-effective, and compliant results.
Develop department goals, expense and capital budgets, and collective bargaining contract administration in support of department and corporate objectives.
Maintain departmental records for compliance, including involvement in internal and external audits as needed.
Manage work orders and supervise departmental processes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Support the creation and implementation of maintenance plans that meet regulator or code requirements.
Coordinate fleet maintenance and maintain adequate materials, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete work.
Evaluate and test new technology to support innovation and results.
Process invoices and expense reports and approve daily timesheets.
Ensure employees are trained and qualified to complete assigned activities.
Collaborate with Engineering and other departments to ensure system replacements, modifications, and repairs meet compliance requirements.
Manage activities cost-effectively to support customer satisfaction; contact internal and external customers to understand their needs, build positive relationships, and resolve complaints promptly and constructively.
Implement and administer policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment for customers, employees, and the public.
Supervise emergency situations occurring at any time, including nights and weekends.
Participate in weekly after-hours callout as required, promote employee safety awareness, and ensure safety equipment is available.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with SAP.

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.

Job Summary

To supervise and direct the operation and maintenance of the natural gas system in accordance with established plans, policies, and procedures. This may include the areas of construction and maintenance, meter installation, welding, leak survey, cathodic protection, regulation, odorization, and/or measurement. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Provide our customers with a safe and adequate energy supply. Coach and develop a team of employees ensuring desired individual and team performance and maintain a cohesive team environment. Participate as an effective team member of Natural Gas Operations that strategically supports company and corporate goals and objectives.

Essential Functions

Observes, coaches, develops employees, and improves individual and team performance by creating an environment that allows individuals and teams to contribute to their maximum potential.
Conducts timely and effective performance discussions.
Upholds the corporate affirmative action commitment and ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
Implements and monitors Natural Gas Operations’ strategic plan. Ensures results that are customer driven, safe, cost effective, and compliant with internal and external code, policy, and procedure.
Develops department goals, expense/capital budgets and collective bargaining contract administration in a manner that supports department, company and corporate objectives, values, and services.
Maintains departmental records to ensure compliance. May include involvement in internal and external audits.
Manages work orders and supervises departmental processes to ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Supports the creation and implementation of maintenance plans to comply with regulator or code requirements.
Coordinates fleet maintenance and maintains adequate supply of materials, equipment, tools, and supplies to complete work.
Evaluates and tests new technology to help ensure industry leading innovation and results.
Processes invoices, expense reports, and daily timesheet approval.
Ensures employees are trained and qualified to complete all assigned job activities.
Collaborates with Engineering and other departments to ensure all system replacements, modifications, and repairs meet internal and external compliance requirements.
Cost effectively manages activities to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction. Initiates regular contact with internal and external customers to understand their needs and expectations and build positive relations. Resolves customer complaints in a timely and constructive manner.
Implements and administers policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for our customers, employees, and the public. Includes supervising emergency situations that occur any time of day, night, or weekend.
Assumes weekly after-hours callout as required, promoting safety awareness to employees, and assuring the availability of safety equipment to ensure the customer an adequate and safe energy supply.

Education Description

Requires Business Administration Degree from an accredited college or university or; equivalent years of service and leadership experience.

Experience

Requires 3 years leadership experience in the delivery, distribution, or maintenance of natural gas systems or related environment. Experience working with SAP is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and common office equipment.
Able to operate a motor vehicle and drive a motor vehicle daily or for extended time periods, in a safe manner, and enter/exit vehicle unassisted.
Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Able to communicate either written and verbal communications either in person or through technical equipment such as telephone.

Working Conditions

Required to participate in CenterPoint Energy's Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).
Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT safety sensitive positions.
Able to work indoors in an office environment and outdoors with occasional exposure to all weather conditions, equipment, and noise when at field installation sites.
Able to work regular hours, with occasional or mandatory overtime; may be required to work rotating shifts.
Able to respond to emergency calls and/or callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
Able to travel occasionally overnight.

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
Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Health/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution
Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
Paid training
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
Life, AD&D, Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Transit subsidies
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston

Job Type: Full Time
Posting Start Date: 11/06/2026
Posting End Date: 11/13/2026

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.

Compensation: $97,259.20 to $145,888.80 Annually
CenterPoint Energy is required by Minnesota law to provide a good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum starting compensation range at the time of posting for the opportunity. This annual compensation range is specific to Minnesota and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

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About the Company

CenterPoint Energy

Regulated electric and natural gas utility

CenterPoint Energy delivers electricity and natural gas to customers in several states (Indiana, Ohio, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, and Texas) as a regulated utility. It generates, transmits, and distributes electric power and natural gas, and also sells natural gas services. The company earns revenue by charging approved rates set by state regulators for its utility services, with a focus on safe and reliable energy delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its approach centers on maintained utility infrastructure and regulated pricing, differentiating it from competitive energy suppliers by operating as a regulated, monopoly-style service provider in its service areas. The company's goal is to provide dependable energy delivery while meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring steady, predictable utility earnings through approved rate structures.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Houston, TX
Founded: 1866

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