Maintenance Superintendent- Plant Batesville

About the role

At Cooperative Energy, Mississippi's only not-for-profit wholesale electric power provider, we generate and transmit reliable, affordable electricity to 456,000 homes and businesses across the state alongside our 11 local Member cooperatives. We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Superintendent to lead maintenance operations at Plant Batesville in Batesville, MS. This position is responsible for supervising maintenance personnel, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and develop maintenance personnel.
• Oversee daily maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment reliability.
• Plan and coordinate outages, weekly work schedules, and maintenance projects.
• Develop long-term maintenance strategies and reliability improvements.
• Manage contractors, purchasing, materials, and maintenance resources.
• Maintain accurate equipment records and work history in the CMMS.
• Review blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals and provide technical guidance.
• Develop project scopes, specifications, cost estimates, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards.
• Coordinate equipment installations, modifications, and construction projects.
• Identify training needs and promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET Accredited) OR Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering (ABET Accredited) OR Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET Accredited) OR 8 Years of Electric Power Generation Experience may be accepted in lieu of degree plus High School Diploma/GED.

Experience Requirements: 5 years Electric Power Generation or Industrial Maintenance Experience AND 3 years Supervisory Experience.

Certification and Licensures: Successfully pass a security sensitive background screening (Required); Valid Driver's License (Required).

Skills

• Prioritizes safety and follows established procedures to protect people, equipment, and the community.
• Demonstrates reliability and a strong sense of responsibility by showing up and following through.
• Acts with integrity and professionalism in all interactions.
• Approaches work with a service mindset and a willingness to support others.
• Collaborates effectively as part of a unified team.
• Contributes to a workplace culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and belonging.

Benefits

We support our team with a competitive salary, 100% company-paid medical insurance, pension plan, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, generous leave, and more.