Role summary / purpose
A Planner supports the work management process by performing required activities such as developing schedules and plans that facilitate barrier-free work execution, supporting daily/weekly operation/maintenance activities, providing necessary resources for sites, and facilitating process improvements to make work plans safer, more productive, and cost competitive. The Planner I performs core work management activities including developing weekly schedules, creating job plans, determining proper accounting for work orders, creating purchase requests, managing repair processes, and completing single/sole source justification requests as needed.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure Purchase Orders are issued for all field work in progress or planned
- Ensure all Preventative Maintenance (PM) work is scheduled and completed on time
- Follow up and backlog management of all PMs and Corrective Maintenance (CM) work by priority and site
- Resource alignment and coordination of work tasks to minimize contractor mobilization charges and re-work
- Process monthly accruals in accordance with Finance requirements
- Develop and distribute weekly schedules for site activities
- Support Project Teams in developing and completing PMs/CMs assigned to those teams
- Lead Bid events for minor or large Purchase Orders and service agreements as applicable
- Demonstrate basic understanding of system accounting and reporting to support Rate Case inquiries and data requests
- Lead and provide oversight to contractors performing work on assets at Midwest locations as directed
- Coordinate and communicate during preparation and execution phases of work
- Monitor and track progress of activities, prepare reports, and ensure lessons learned are captured and incorporated
- Direct, coordinate, and review activities of internal staff or contractors to ensure safe, accurate, and timely completion of tasks
- Ensure work priorities are established and adhered to for Maintenance functions and activities
- Provide Work Management, Sourcing, and business reporting in compliance with procedures
- Provide leadership and coordination for work activities performed by supplemental and variable contract resources
- Develop plans that facilitate work execution and are barrier-free
- Communicate regularly with Supervisors and Equipment Experts to ensure job plans are current and work is prioritized appropriately
Requirements – education & experience
- Basic knowledge of power plant operation and the Work Management process
- Working knowledge of company computer systems and programs utilized in the Work Management process
- Basic scheduling tool knowledge
- Demonstrated effective time management skills
- Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform independently with minimal direction
- Interpersonal skills to effectively work with all business unit and company groups
- Basic ability to lead effective and efficient meetings
- Good written and oral communication skills
Required skills
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Independent work capability
- Interpersonal communication
- Meeting facilitation
- Written and oral communication
Nice-to-have / preferred skills
- Experience and demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)
- Experience with work management systems (Maximo)
- Experience with Power BI
- Written and oral communication skills, including ability to present information and facilitate meetings
- Working knowledge of operating fundamentals and principles of generating station systems, equipment, and processes
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a leadership capacity
- Demonstrated ability to understand, interpret, communicate, and analyze financial data
- At least 5 years of plant operations, maintenance, and/or work management experience
- Financial and accounting knowledge and skills including ability to analyze data
- 2 years of experience in contract management
- 2 years of experience in project management
- Proficiency in Maximo or computer-based Maintenance Management Systems
- Ability to read, comprehend, inspect, calculate, count, retain information, and make sound decisions
Employment details – type, location, hours
Location: Union, Kentucky area with primary office location in the Cincinnati area
Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days per week in office
Work Environment: 80% of work in field office environment with 20% travel to sites anticipated. Work is performed in outdoor civil construction settings and in/near power plants operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, and humidity.
Physical Requirements: May be required to climb ladders and stairs at various heights; enter vessels or equipment with limited access; walk, stoop, bend, or squat. Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, use, and reach with hands, arms, and fingers. Lifting up to 10 lbs on average (copier paper and office supplies). Standard access ladder climbing rarely to 10 feet maximum height.
Personal Protective Equipment: Hard hat, safety glasses, and safety work boots (steel toe or equivalent) required.
Vehicle Requirements: Personal vehicle required for commuting. Duke Energy vehicle not required.
Growth & development opportunities
In time, incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and work with greater independence. Opportunities exist to expand responsibilities in maintenance coordination, contract resource coordination, and planning functions.
Equal opportunity statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
