This position will be filled at level I, II or Senior, based on candidate qualifications.
This Planner/Coordinator position supports transmission planning. Preference will be shown for candidates with a minimum of two years' utility work experience such as a state certified electrician, power generation electrician or mechanic, millwright or experience in a similar journey or career level occupation providing comparable knowledge of transmission & distribution.
Planner Coordinator I
Overview
This role contributes to planning and scheduling processes within the Planner Coordinator job family. Employees in this role contribute to the development of field crew work procedures and/or related asset and equipment documentation used by others to plan, execute, and maintain District assets and systems over the full life cycle of the asset. Maintain accurate and complete asset records and contribute to development of project work schedules. Coordinate with subject matter experts including craft workers, vendors, contractors, engineers, biologists, etc. to develop job plans and preventative maintenance plans for low complexity District assets. Monitor work or project plan accuracy. Facilitate workforce and/or contractor coordination, scheduling, and implementation of preventative and corrective maintenance activities. Assist with resource estimation and acquisition.
Responsibilities
- Develop job plans and preventative maintenance plans. Contribute to the development of maintenance work packets for apprentices and other skilled trade crews and/or contractors. Assist subject matter experts to develop safe, compliant, and efficient work procedures for lower complexity projects or components of a more complex project.
- Develop simple resource estimates in coordination with engineers, management, or other subject matter experts. Conduct research and recommend maintenance intervals and activities. Enter accurate and complete maintenance tasks and records into District systems. Perform peer review of existing records and update as needed.
- Facilitate the execution of job plans and preventative maintenance plans Develop basic construction or maintenance work activity or project schedules. Coordinate with a variety of staff and management to determine the sequence of work and maintain the schedule in automated systems. Coordinate the acquisition of resources (labor, materials, tools, vehicles, etc.) and monitor delivery in accordance with project schedules. Purchase materials or supplies, as needed, to remain on time and on budget.
- Maintain the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) asset records and attributes. Populate asset specifications. Identify compliance requirements. Update or create related records, procedures, or work instructions upon project completion.
- Contribute to small or mid-level project planning and delivery by assisting with the development of resource estimates and assisting in coordinating the acquisition of those resources.
- Participate in the implementation of process changes, new standards, and system updates.
- Generate routine reports as needed to support business decision making.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
- As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
Reports To
Director - Distribution Asset Management; Manager - Fish & Wildlife Operations; Manager - G&T Planning & Scheduling; Manager - Project Support
Overtime exemption
Non-Exempt
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business or a related field, or journeyman certification as a wireman, mechanic, or other close related trade is required.
- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
Experience
- 1 year of experience providing operational support or maintaining assets such as hatcheries, water/wastewater management facilities, hydroelectric, building systems, heavy equipment, fleet or industrial equipment. Experience shall include examples of contributions to the development and/or application of safe work procedures and examples of simple labor or materials estimating and project scheduling using computerized systems is preferred.
- Experience working with maintenance management and project management systems such as Maximo or Primavera is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
- Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire
Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
- Working knowledge of mechanical or engineering principles, practices and procedures regarding design and project implementation of the assigned asset systems.
- Must be able to read and apply construction and/or vendor drawings, technical specifications, and product/equipment manuals in daily work.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
- Knowledge of basic asset management principles.
- Basic knowledge of applicable industrial safety requirements such as Lock-out Tag-out, confined space, fall restraint, hazardous material handling, and waste disposal.
- Proficient use of computers.
- Able to identify potential problems and identify appropriate problem solutions.
- Organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Technical writing skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a diverse workforce including the apprenticed and non-apprenticed crafts, engineers, and contractors.
- Ability to identify appropriate work sequences.
- Identify potential solutions.
- Ability to follow written procedures.
- Good observation skills.
- Working knowledge of applicable mechanical systems.
- Ability to coordinate the work of multiple teams at different locations.
- Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Planner Coordinator II
Overview
This role supports the development and execution of planning processes within the Planner Coordinator job family. Employees in this role contribute to the development of technical construction or maintenance work procedures and asset documentation used by others to plan, execute, and maintain District assets and systems over the full life cycle of the asset. Contribute to project planning and delivery by assisting with the development of resource estimates and assisting in coordinating the acquisition of those resources. Maintain accurate and complete asset records and contribute to development of project work schedules. Participate in coordination with management, engineers, asset management, and project management staff. Monitor work or project plan accuracy. Facilitate workforce coordination and scheduling activities.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of construction or maintenance work packages for skilled trade crews. Develop safe, compliant, and efficient work procedures. Develop basic resource estimates in coordination with engineers, management, or other subject matter experts.
- Develop basic construction or maintenance work activity or project schedules. Coordinate with managers and project managers to determine the sequence of work and maintain the schedule in automated systems.
- Maintain the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) asset records and attributes. Develop and populate asset specifications. Identify compliance requirements.
- Coordinate the acquisition of resources (labor, materials, tools, vehicles, etc.) and monitor delivery in accordance with project schedules. May purchase materials or supplies, as needed, to remain on time and on budget.
- Assist in the development or maintenance of the preventive maintenance program and related plans and budgets. May conduct research and recommend maintenance intervals and activities. Enter accurate and complete maintenance tasks and records. May perform peer review of existing records and update as needed.
- Generate routine reports as needed to support business decision making.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
- As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
Reports To
Director - Distribution Asset Management; Manager - Fish & Wildlife Operations; Manager - G&T Planning & Scheduling; Manager - Project Support
Overtime exemption
Exempt
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or a related field, or journeyman certification as a wireman, mechanic, or other closely related trade is required.
- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
Experience
- 2+ years of progressively responsible experience gained as a Planner I, or closely related experience working in utility, plant or manufacturing operations and maintenance; or on construction projects involving the installation and commissioning of industrial equipment. Experience shall include examples of contributions to the development and/or application of safe work procedures for skilled trade workers, and examples of labor or materials estimating and project scheduling using computerized systems required.
- Experience working with maintenance management and project management systems such as Maximo or Primavera is preferred.
Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
- Means and methods for construction of applicable electrical, mechanical, or industrial
- equipment and/or hydro-electric generating equipment.
- Basic repair and maintenance of applicable electrical, mechanical, or industrial equipment
- and/or hydro-electric generating equipment.
- Asset operations and maintenance Standards
- Knowledge of basic asset management principles
- Basic knowledge of applicable industrial safety requirements including, but not limited to, Lockout Tag-out, confined space, fall restraint, hazardous material handling, and waste disposal.
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Critical thinking
- Technical writing
- Attention to detail
- Coordination with others
- Read and comprehend technical drawings and specifications.
- Ability to identify appropriate work sequences
- Identify potential solutions
- Ability to follow District procedures.
- Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Planner Coordinator Senior
Overview
This is a career-level role within the Planner Coordinator job family. Employees in this role develop technical construction or maintenance work procedures and asset documentation used by others to plan, execute and maintain District assets and systems over the full life cycle of the asset. Contribute to project planning and delivery by developing resource estimates and coordinating the acquisition of those resources. Maintain accurate and complete asset records and contribute to development of project work schedules. Work involves significant coordination with management, engineers, and project management staff. Monitor work or project plan accuracy. Facilitate workforce coordination and scheduling activities and recommend priorities.
Responsibilities
- Develop construction or maintenance work packages for skilled trade crews. Develop safe, compliant, and efficient work procedures. Develop resource estimates in coordination with engineers, management, or other subject matter experts.
- Develop construction or maintenance work activity or project schedules. Coordinate with managers and project managers to determine the sequence of work and maintain the schedule in automated systems. Prepare critical path schedules utilizing a variety of applications.
- Maintain and monitor the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) asset class and subclass records and attributes. Develop asset specifications. Identify compliance requirements. Assist and train others in the use of CMMS.
- Coordinate the acquisition of resources (labor, materials, tools, vehicles, etc.) and monitor delivery in accordance with project schedules. May purchase materials or supplies, as needed, to remain on time and on budget.
- Contribute to the development of the preventive maintenance program and short and long range budgets. May research and recommend maintenance intervals and activities. Independently verify accuracy of maintenance tasks and update as needed.
- Generate reports as needed to support business decision making.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
- As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.
Reports To
Director - Distribution Asset Management; Manager - Fish & Wildlife Operations; Manager - G&T Planning & Scheduling; Manager - Project Support
Overtime exemption
Exempt
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Business, or a related field, or journeyman certification as a wireman, mechanic, or other closely related trade is required.
- Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.
Experience
- 5+ years of experience as a Planner, including exposure to plant, manufacturing, or utility/energy operations and maintenance, or to the full lifecycle of a construction project involving industrial equipment, including 2+ years developing safe work procedures for skilled trade workers is required.
- Experience working with maintenance management and project management systems such as Maximo or Primavera is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
- Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire
Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:
- Means and methods for construction of applicable electrical, mechanical, or industrial equipment, and/or hydro-electric generating equipment.
- Repair and maintenance of applicable electrical, mechanical, or industrial equipment and/or
- hydro-electric generating equipment.
- Asset operations and maintenance Standards.
- Knowledge of basic asset management principles
- Knowledge of applicable industrial safety requirements including, but not limited to, Lock-out Tag-out, confined space, fall restraint, hazardous material handling, and waste disposal.
- Organizational skills
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Critical thinking
- Technical writing
- Cost estimation
- Attention to detail
- Coordination with others
- Report design
- Knowledge of project management principles
- Read and comprehend technical drawings and specifications.
- Ability to prioritize work and identify appropriate work sequences
- Identify potential solutions
- Ability to follow District procedures.
- Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.
Physical Demands
- Sitting Regularly 67-100%
- Standing Occasional 11-33%
- Walking Occasional 11-33%
- Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist: Hand/Power tools, small parts/equipment Occasional 11-33%
- Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders: Same Occasional 11-33%
- Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders: Same Occasional 11-33%
- Stooping/Bending Occasional 11-33%
- Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 11-33%
- Crawling Occasional 11-33%
- Handle/Grasp Frequent 34-66%
- Forceful Grasp Frequent 34-66%
- Hand Controls (joy stick, controls on equipment, etc.) Frequent 34-66%
- Repetitive Motions Frequent 34-66%
- Talking Frequent 34-66%
- Hearing Frequent 34-66%
- Visual - Near Acuity Regularly 67-100%
- Visual - Far Acuity Regularly 67-100%
- Visual - Depth Perception Regularly 67-100%
- Visual - Color Discrimination Regularly 67-100%
- Feeling Frequent 34-66%
Working Conditions
- Exposure to Weather - Occasionally
- Wet and/or Humidity - Occasionally
- Proximity to Moving Mechanical Parts - Occasionally
- Exposure to Electricity - Occasionally
- Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate
District Values
- Trust - We act with integrity, empathy, competence, and transparency, earning the confidence and respect of each other and the public we serve.
- Safety - We protect what matters most through the choices we make.
- Stewardship - We responsibly manage and thoughtfully oversee all resources entrusted to us for the benefit of future generations.
- Collaboration - We transform our deep expertise from individual advantage into shared power - partnering across teams to maximize our impact and secure our future.
- Courage - We boldly step into the unknown to do what matters, seeking opportunities to grow and lead.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,560.00 - $142,100.00 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
