Planner II

AES Corporation is the largest US-based global power company, with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. Ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, AES provides electricity for millions worldwide while fostering a strong workplace culture. Recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 13 consecutive years and a seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards, AES is a leader in driving innovation and sustainability in the energy sector.

About the role

Under general guidance, the Maintenance Electrical Planner develops work plans and procures resources to facilitate efficient and cost-effective execution of routine maintenance, outages, and specific projects. This role requires expertise in work management best practices and the ability to apply them within the area of responsibility. The planner must effectively use CMMS/EAP, purchasing, and financial software to meet work management process requirements and be familiar with maintenance repair processes to develop appropriate job steps.

Responsibilities

• Develop work plans for routine maintenance, outage work, and projects.
• Procure materials and resources necessary to execute work plans and projects.
• Perform job hazard analyses for mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks and provide appropriate permits (LOTO, hot work, confined space, etc.).
• Review and analyze maintenance histories to facilitate process improvements and enhance productivity or cost-effectiveness of work plans.
• Prepare routine maintenance reports and resource-loaded maintenance schedules.
• Lead work request review meetings and communicate effectively across plant departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of generating station electrical maintenance experience is preferred; other planning experience will be considered.
• Working knowledge of industry work management best practices.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal, technical, financial, and estimating/planning skills.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office; experience with EAP, SAP, and scheduling software applications is preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Project management experience is preferred.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing business needs and meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to learn and teach in a union environment.
• Able to support a 24/7 operation.

Additional consideration will be given to candidates with project management certification and/or a bachelor’s degree in engineering or technology from an accredited college/university.