Planner Renewable Maintenance

Job Summary

The Planner Renewable Maintenance works closely with Renewable Maintenance Supervisors and work management system(s) to schedule and create job packets for preventative maintenance activities for multiple renewable generation facilities to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance are upheld to the highest standards. The role also manages inventory of spare parts. The Planner also works with Contract Managers and Original Equipment Manufactures on the development, submission, and follow-up of warranty claims.

Essential Functions
- Develops maintenance plans and work packets at an appropriate level of detail considering the size, complexity, and criticality of the job. Work packets shall consist of material/parts listings, procedures, drawings and equipment clearance requests.
- Coordinates maintenance work schedules, across multiple renewable asset sites, with maintenance groups to ensure maintenance requirements to support reliable and efficient plant operations are addressed.
- Understand and process claims for failed equipment under warranty. Work with OEM on spare parts and coordinate exchange of warranty items.
- Develops complete cost and labor estimates for all maintenance tasks assigned to crews or the backlog to support the work management and budget process.
- Develops work scopes and bid specifications for work performed by contracted resources. Manages projects performed by outside contractors in accordance with the Nisource Contractor Health, Safety and Environmental Manual 3.0.
- Performs real time cost tracking of work packets to ensure scopes of work are completed within budget.
- Assists in development of capital and O&M budget initiatives necessary to ensure long-term reliability of critical generating equipment.
- Works closely with NIPSCO Supply Chain resources on material and contract labor procurement issues and dispute resolution.
- Assists operations in monitoring equipment and troubleshooting.
- Assumes duties of maintenance supervisor during absences due to vacation, illness, or special assignment.
- Responds to emergency needs outside of normal scheduled hours.

Required Qualifications for Position
- High School Diploma
- 4+ years Experience in Power Generation, Maintenance Planning, Industrial Maintenance, and/or Operations
- Basic knowledge of electrical systems High
- Ability to work within a team setting encouraging collaboration High
- Planning and Organizational Skills High
- Proficient in working with Spreadsheets and word processing software High
- Technical competence and understanding of the process of electric power production Medium
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Medium
- Valid driver's license

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
- Bachelor's Degree in Math, Science, or Engineering Curriculum
- 4-6 years Planning or Scheduling Experience
- 4-6 years Experience working with Maximo, SAP, or other Asset Management Software
- 1-3 years Experience working within a Union Environment
- 1-3 years Renewable Energy

Physical Demands
- Standing - Frequently
- Walking - Occasionally
- Sitting - Frequently
- Lifting - Rarely 50
- Carrying - Rarely 50
- Pushing - Rarely 50
- Pulling - Rarely 50
- Climbing - Rarely
- Balancing - Rarely
- Stooping - Rarely
- Kneeling - Rarely
- Crouching - Rarely
- Crawling - Rarely
- Reaching - Occasionally
- Handling - Occasionally
- Grasping - Occasionally
- Feeling - Rarely
- Talking - Constantly
- Hearing - Constantly
- Repetitive Motions - Frequently
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
Safety Statement
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