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Vicinity Energy · 1 day ago

Shift Supervisor

Greater Philadelphia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, committed to reducing climate change impacts. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing plant operations during assigned shifts, ensuring safety and efficiency, and managing shift personnel.

EnergyEnergy Efficiency

Responsibilities

Manages all daily shift operational activities and gives direction to assigned personnel as needed

Implements and oversees the departmental and organizational objectives for each shift

Ensures the plants are operated in a safe and efficient manner. Complies with all applicable company, OSHA safety rules and regulations, and environmental permits and regulations

Provides a leadership role in implementation of company policies and procedures for improving the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the plant

Makes certain the shift operates in a manner that is compliant with all NERC standards and rules

Tracks, prioritizes, and approves work orders in CMMS system

Ensures that consistent process control and LOTO procedures are followed in all assigned areas and shifts

Guarantees that uniform monitoring and recordkeeping are performed facility-wide

Communicates effectively with operations, engineering, maintenance, customer service, etc. to ensure customer satisfaction and successful facility operation

Responsible for ensuring the training program to qualify operators for promotion and to re-qualify all operators is occurring on an ongoing basis. Coaches and counsels team to improve technical skills and interpersonal and problem resolution skills. Works to identify and provide opportunities for team to learn new skills and techniques

Instructs staff in the operation of auxiliary and BOP equipment, as well as proper procedures for preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment. Oversees operators in housekeeping duties and other assignments as required

Logs data in log books, logs customer complaints and ensures complaint resolution. Performs other departmental responsibilities as assigned by Manager Operations

Able to work rotating shift, odd hours, and overtime

Qualification

High pressure boiler operationCombustion turbine operationSteam turbine operationWater treatment knowledgeDCS controlsElectro pneumatic controlsSupervisory experienceTechnical school graduatePhiladelphia Class A LicenseProblem resolution skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

High school diploma or GED

Minimum of seven years of related experience in utility or industrial setting

Working knowledge of high pressure boiler operation; combustion turbine; steam turbine, water treatment, chilled water, and auxiliary equipment associated with power plant and chilled water plant operations

Working skills in the use of electro pneumatic/hydraulic controls, DCS controls, and computers

Demonstrated ability to read, analyze and record gauges and instruments, analyze the effects on operations, and to maintain accurate records

Has the ability to perform minor trouble shooting, prepare permits and work orders

Able to work rotating shift, odd hours, and overtime

Must possess a valid driver license in good standing in order to operate a company vehicle. Must have and maintain a driving record meeting the standards of the company

Must submit to company required pre-employment physical exam and drug screening

General Industrial environment. Works around equipment such as turbines, generators, boilers, pumps, valves, etc. Thermal, chemical, mechanical, and electrical energy exposure in addition to working in hot temperatures

Able to handle up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted

Able to climb and tolerate heights and confined space

Able to tolerate temperature extremes

Able to wear PPE, accurately read and interpret gauges, and able to hear and understand audible alarms