Dairyland Power Cooperative · 1 day ago
Maintenance Planner/Analyst - Generation (On-site, Alma, WI)
Alma, Wisconsin
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$87K/yr - $130K/yr
2+ years expDairyland Power Cooperative is seeking a Maintenance Planner/Analyst to lead and provide support within the maintenance department. This role is responsible for planning and executing maintenance activities to balance operating reliability against maintenance costs while ensuring the plant's safety and productivity goals are met.
EnergyNon ProfitRenewable EnergySustainability
Responsibilities
Review work requests (WR) to ensure that all necessary information is entered and clear. Approve or disapprove WRs and provide timely feedback on status and information to requester
Prepare detailed work order packages as needed for maintenance work to include craft requirements, tools and equipment requirements, clearances and permits, work methods, plans, specs and/or manuals, and identify need for coordination instructions for cross-craft or outside services
Develops and updates equipment master records, including parts lists, inspections, lubrication and other PM requirements and warranties. Coordinates and may enter maintenance history, criticality and hierarchical position. Enter new equipment records for replacements, projects and capital improvements, including appropriate parts lists and baselines
Determine material and parts availability as part of the work order planning process, keeping jobs out of 'ready to schedule' status until parts availability is confirmed. Originates stores requests and purchase requisitions as needed
Review scoped work orders with maintenance management & forepersons to ensure agreement with scope, methods, time & craft requirements before scheduling
Estimate the cost of all planned work using historical information, applicable standards and personal judgment
Assist in the development and systemization of new PMs/PdMs required by new equipment. Support and promote station’s overall work management philosophy for existing equipment
Recommend to management/stores personnel appropriate min/max levels, especially for increasing/decreasing requirements and for new stock items
Act as a member of the plant management team to evaluate, recommend and install procedures and initiatives that provide for the efficient operation and maintenance of new equipment and systems
Support the utilization of the CMMS for planning and scheduling work at the station(s)
Identify opportunities to maximize the use and effectiveness of the CMMS to facilitate better maintenance processes at the site
Keep department management continuously apprised of conditions concerning station operations and work culture, as well as planned corrective or supportive actions
Participate when assigned to various committees such as Site Steering, Safety Subcommittee, etc
Ensure that all personal interactions on the job are consistent with the station values
Actively seek education, training and other opportunities for knowledge and understanding of responsibilities in achieving station strategic goals
Actively seek assignments and tasks to promote personal growth and career development, leading to trust as an independent decision-maker
Actively participate with the Maintenance Manager or Manager, Alma Fuels and Solid Waste to seek the successful accomplishment of roles and responsibilities by identifying and removing barriers to understanding, knowledge, procedure, communication, etc
Attend management meetings and other company functions as required
Evaluate completed WOs for opportunities to improve estimates and work methods
Evaluate equipment histories to identify failure trends and improvement opportunities. Recommend adjustments to processes, methods, planning and scheduling to address unfavorable trends
Assist in preparation of department budgets as requested, especially in relation to planned projects
Lead in the development of improved operational and maintenance practices, especially as related to new processes
Participate as a member of action plan, root cause and other teams as needed to ensure successful utilization of the established work processes by station personnel in addressing issues and developing solutions
Assist departments with implementation support of improved processes as requested
Performs any and all other duties, tasks and responsibilities that may be assigned by authorized personnel
Qualification
Required
Minimum of two (2) years experience in utility generation
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, design and construction of power generating facilities and related equipment
Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with individuals at various levels both internally and externally
Management training and administration skills
Awareness of pertinent regulations, codes, and standards
Proficient computer skills
Ability to work as a team player as well as independently
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
The employee frequently is required to stand/sit; walk; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Must be able to climb (stairs, sky climber, confined spaces)
Ability to wear breathing equipment (35 lbs.) and safety harness
Works indoors and outdoors (frequently in extreme noise)
On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
Must be able to respond in a reasonable timeframe
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in mechanical, electrical or other relevant engineering field, or other degree relevant to power plant operations/maintenance preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Company
Dairyland Power Cooperative
Dairyland Power Cooperative is a non-profit organization that provides safe, reliable, affordable & sustainable electricity to its members.
501-1000 employees
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Brent Ridge
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