Job Description

FirstEnergy

About the Opportunity

Directs a variety of tasks and personnel in the operation and service of equipment, systems and processes in the safe and environmentally responsible production of electricity. This includes the direction of unit operations, safety programs, environmental compliance, efficient use of resources, prudent labor relation actions and awareness of operational trends across the fleet.

Responsibilities include

• Serves as the primary contact point for and takes responsibility for safe and environmentally compliant plant operations as directed.
• Participates actively in assuring a safe work environment for all persons working in or visiting the plant. Directly interjects to promote safety and human performance engagement.
• Interacts and is able to clearly communicate with corporate groups, vendors, consultants and regulatory agencies in all facets of operational activities which may involve safety, environmental, labor and technical processes.
• Provides oversight for the Safety Clearance program.
• Monitor systems and equipment operations and make recommendations to ensure compliance with operational and environmental parameters and the safety of personnel.
• Directs and is responsible for assigned plant personnel.
• Tracks, monitors and reports on Production Department employee schedules and absenteeism. Ensures proper coverage to support daily work
• Provides and ensures individuals are trained and qualifications are maintained.
• Ensure appropriate procedures exist for performing plant operations tasks and that shift operations are conducted in accordance with plant procedures.
• Analyzes plant performance and provides recommendations to reduce operating and maintenance costs and increase reliable, efficient and safe operation of the plant.
• Works with station departments in managing alarm summaries, inhibited alarms and alarm tuning and writing alarm responses.
• Responsible for coordinating and requesting unit testing and derates through the appropriate dispatch group.
• Owner of the critical equipment out of service report.
• Works with the maintenance to ensure equipment derates are scheduled to minimize down time and maximize productivity.
• Interacts with and provides operational feedback to internal and external groups to be certain projects and repairs to plant equipment are completed in a safe, reliable, timely and cost-effective manner.
• Previous supervisory experience to include effective leadership skills to communicate with and direct the work of others by ensuring safe practices and produce satisfactory work results.
• May serve as a sponsor, leader or member of various plant, fleet or corporate level teams and will be an active and contributing participant in all roles.
• Participates in the selection, development and advancement of plant personnel.
• Participates in the prioritization of plant projects and maintenance and provides operational input.
• Provide input to troubleshoot operational issues based on a strong knowledge of plant systems and interactions.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, electrical diagrams
• Assists engineers, technicians, project leads, coordinators, and contractors in resolving operational, safety, environmental and commercial issues.
• Manages and provides direction for predictive maintenance activities assigned to operations.
• Adheres to and enforces Company policies, procedures, work rules and contract language (where applicable).
• Meeting all housekeeping program requirements including safety walk downs
• Assures an effective team environment is maintained.
• Fills in for Manager as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technologies AND a minimum 8 years of related experience OR a minimum of 9 years of direct plant operation experience.
• It is desirable to have additional experience in Maintenance or Technical Departments
• It is desirable to have 5 years of leadership experience
• Strong leadership skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed
• Demonstrates a sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to establish trust and projects integrity and honesty in dealings with others
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong organization skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to learn and desire for self-improvement
• Strong written communication skills including technical writing
• Strong oral communication and presentation skills
• Strong teaching and coaching skills
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize appropriately
• Ability to adapt and respond positively to change
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to interact well in a team-based and diverse working environment
• Ability to manage stress well
• Strives to maintain a positive outlook
• Open to consideration of alternative approaches and solutions
• Proficient computer skills in common software

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401 (k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1 B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team