Planner (Electrical) - Oak Grove Plant - Vistra : Job Details

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.Job SummaryThe Lignite Planner plans all corrective, preventive, and condition-based maintenance jobs for the plant using Maximo along with other appropriate technical information. The Planner visits the jobsite to determine the resources needed to complete the job in the safest, most efficient, and cost-effective manner.Job DescriptionKey Roles & Responsibilities Other duties may be assigned. Directly or through others, the incumbent will:* The primary function of this position is to research and develop cost effective, accurate, and safe work plans for all electrical equipment repairs. Duties include furnishing electrical drawings, specifications and specific materials as well as providing electrical / technical assistance and guidance to maintenance personnel or contractors to enhance the performance of the department. Develop detailed work packages in accordance with the 8-step process.* The incumbent is required to be knowledgeable of safe work practices, the company safety handbook, HPI tools and applicable company policies and procedures, and that the incumbent will enforce adherence to the safety rules as written.* Analyze and prioritize electrical equipment problems and operational problems to ensure repairs are made to maintain plant reliability and availability.* Teams with plant operations, plant maintenance, the plant technical staff and various contractors to ensure site goals and objectives are met in a positive and productive manner.* Provide short and long-term planning and coordinate electrical work activities of the team (employees, contractors, service providers, vendors, etc.) and provide project management services as required/assigned. Assess, manage, and prioritize backlog.* Provide operational data, statistics, and records support to the Plant Management staff.* Provides appropriate electrical / technical direction to craft personnel to ensure adherence to accepted procedures, practices and standards.* Communicates and documents relevant electrical information concerning craft resources, job status, equipment status and personnel issues to appropriate peers and supervisors in a timely manner using the appropriate means of communication. (Verbal, computer based, written).* Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Maximo, PMMS, Microsoft Office and other applicable computer-based software necessary to complete day to day work assignments.* Periodically serves on special committees, short-term task forces, and temporary assignments as directed.* Manage assigned Special Projects in an efficient and cost-effective manner as directed.* Assess and inventory spare parts for critical equipment.* Maintain equipment spares in CMMS and relate them to appropriate equipment tag.Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements* High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.* 5-7 years of utility/industrial experience in electrical maintenance.* Safety procedures, experience in computer maintenance management systems and an understanding of RCM/CBM programs.Preferred Experience:* Good interpersonal and organizational skills.* Good computer skills using Word, Excel, Access and Outlook.* Good leadership, communication, problem solving and decision-making skills.Essential duties and responsibilities include:* Ensure planning package are complete including required permits, work instructions, materials and required notifications.* Communicate with other planners to ensure that priority of work being planned is correct and meets the plant needs.* Perform post work package reviews to ensure that work instructions were completed.* Modify work instructions when required after performing post work reviews.* Review estimated versus actual man- hours for accuracy.Physical Requirements* Climb stairs and ladders.* Able to work occasional irregular hours* Work at heights and with adverse conditions and manage emergency activities.* Enter and work in a confined space.* Comply with Vistra respirator policyJob FamilyPlant OperationsCompanyOak Grove Management Co LLCLocationsFranklin, TexasTexasWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] to make a request.