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Entergy · 8 hours ago

Operations Coordinator

Entergy is a leading energy company, and they are seeking an Operations Coordinator responsible for the safe execution of substation construction and maintenance projects. The role involves providing technical support, oversight, and coordination for various construction projects while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and monitor the testing and commissioning of all substation equipment to include, but not limited to: MV/HV breakers, Power/Auto transformers, CCVT, CT/PT, LA, MOS, Capacitor Banks, Microprocessor Relay, Electromechanical Relay, Bus Differentials, and etc
Oversee and monitor function testing of all substation equipment to include, but not limited to: powerfactor, capacitance and ratio, CT saturation and polarity, ductor and speed, secondary current injection, DC operation checks and test trips, relay and RTU testing, end-end testing, in-service load checks, and etc
Assist in developing detailed construction plans, identifying outage requirements, and overall resource requirements to construct new and modify existing facilities
Work closely with other construction OCs, Engineers, Operations, and local construction/maintenance groups to ensure scheduled construction plans/outages are optimized
Work with management, planner schedulers, and engineers to prepare pre-job scope, develop work packages, determine material requirements, and develop total cost estimates
Assist in developing construction contract bid packages; review responses and participates in vendor selection
Attend pre-bid meeting with contractors
Participate in design and constructability reviews
Coordinate material orders and deliveries, equipment staging and set-up, jobsite readiness, and switching
Participate in Preconstruction/Safety Kickoff meeting to set contractor expectations (safety, quality, constraints, etc.)
Assist with preparing site specific hazard identification plans
Ensure contractors are in compliance with Entergy mandated safety training
Oversee and monitor the safety and performance of contractors and company personnel ensuring crews work safely, efficiently and effectively
Ensure all facilities and assets are installed and commissioned per the established design and in accordance with company standards and confirmed with diagnostic testing or inspection
Assist contractor and internal resources in development of Risk Assessments, which include: detailed work instructions, MAL, and MIBAL
Ensure adherence to approved construction work plans
Document deviations and seek approval prior to proceeding
Ensure expected quality is achieved by contractor and ensure QA/QC checklists are completed
Coordinate Construction Activities with Asset Management, Major Accounts, Telecommunications, and any other groups that affect the project
Monitor schedule and progress versus requested in service date and update construction schedules with the construction scheduler
Ensure quality safety observations/audits/coaching cards and tailboards are being performed
Document as-built drawings during construction and adhere to configuration management procedures
Ensure the as-built documentation is complete and complies with process/procedures and standards
Ensure that SWMS/Asset Data forms, and corresponding photos are completed for all equipment being installed and/or removed prior to energization
Follow up on the closure of projects ensuring SWMS/SCADA are properly updated and any instruction manuals are developed and available
Assist in development of EN notifications with supporting documentation (OL1, S05, RITM, SWMS, Load Check Data, Checklists, and other applicable drawings or supporting documentation)
Complete post job audit and ensure jobsite cleanup is complete to include appropriate accounting of excess materials to be either returned to stores or properly moved to another project using appropriate processes and approved procedures
Work with investment recovery in the salvage of materials
Perform contract performance evaluations
Provide feedback for lessons learned
Provide significant accomplishments to Construction Supervisor weekly
Provide critical task look ahead to Construction Supervisor weekly
Develop contract crews to meet Entergy expectations
Develop contract oversight

Qualification

Substation ConstructionSystem ProtectionControlsTransmission/Distribution SCADASubstation Equipment TestingTechnical KnowledgeHazard RecognitionCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadership SkillsDecision Making Skills

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent or related work experience
At least 3 years of experience in transmission/distribution substation (protection/controls) construction
Ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC card
Technical Knowledge of procedures, maintenance, and operations of transmission and distribution substations
Knowledge of System Protection and Controls
Knowledge of transmission line, substation, relay equipment, material, and construction practices
Strong technical know in substation equipment testing and relay commissioning
Understand and be able to communicate with others in transmission, substation, or protection disciplines
Strong knowledge of computers and related technology
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to take and understand directives and complete tasks
Excellent leadership skills
Strong decision making skills
Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities
Ability to work well under pressure
Self-motivated and dependable team player
Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards
Ability to maintain and care for Company equipment properly and safeguard assets
Ability to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner and understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service
Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base

Preferred

Associate Degree in Electrical/Electronics or higher
5+ years of experience in transmission/distribution substation (protection/controls) construction
Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change
Ability to lead and participate in problem solving teams as required
Ability to recognize hazards and direct crews in identification

Company

At Entergy (NYSE: ETR), we power life.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.3B
2025-03-17Post Ipo Equity· $1.3B
1985-05-03IPO

Leadership Team

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Drew Marsh
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
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John O. Hudson III
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