Maintenance Specialist | Plant Barry

The Maintenance Specialist/System Owner position is responsible for the overall health of the Balance of Plant systems, which include Systems L, M, H, S, and P for the Plant Barry Combine Cycle Units 6 & 7. This position is accountable for ongoing development and execution of the maintenance strategy including condition assessment, outage planning, work scope execution, implementation of improvements and system budget ownership.

• Experience coordinating large projects.
• Minimum 5 years Power Plant Generation experience or other industrial maintenance and operations experience required
• Extensive knowledge in utility power plant maintenance and operations activities, including general knowledge of pumps, motors, valves, breakers, and other similar mechanical and electrical equipment
• Knowledge and experience with a Work Order Management System (Maximo or equivalent) needed
• Knowledge and experience with personal computers and various Microsoft Office software needed
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in teams with varied individuals (craft personnel, supervisory, staff, and management) required
• Ability to make decisions and demonstrate short/long term strategic planning skills
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Understanding of the IBEW contract and Powerhouse Maintenance Agreement is a plus
• Proactive and self-driven mindset is a requirement for this position

• Monitor routine operation of assigned plant equipment, investigate improvements of equipment on an ongoing basis, derive work scopes and solutions, and implement action plans
• Execute service, maintenance, or replacement activities by providing specific direction and coordination of maintenance crews and/or contractor personnel
• Monitor quality, cost, and adherence to contract specifications, including but not limited to OSHA and Environmental Regulations
• Make technical decisions regarding system repairs and when needed rely on technical resources, internal and external to assist
• Establish relationships with key vendors and contractors
• Communicate with Management, Vendors, and Peer groups about system status, future strategies, and needs
• Coordinate all planned maintenance on the system ensuring availability, efficiency, and reliability in an economical manner
• Short- and long-term development and implementation of maintenance strategies
• Monitor and adjust budgets (current and 5yr) for assigned process and equipment needs
• Enhance work productivity by providing detailed work plans and work packages, coordinating materials, ordering, and staging, and providing effective communication between maintenance groups and Planning & Scheduling
• Assist in developing and executing forced outage, maintenance outage, and planned outage work scopes and packages
• Optimize inventory levels for respective system and identify any obsolete materials
• Responsible for developing technical specification for system contract renewal needs
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and failures. Serve, present, and follow up on action items associated with Plant Review Board, Event Learnings and Corrective Action Reports

• Safety First: Demonstrate personal ownership of safety by identifying hazards, using stop work authority when needed, and ensuring work is planned and executed without compromising employee, contractor, or equipment safety.
• Intentional Inclusion: Build strong relationships across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Planning, contractors, and vendors by listening to input, encouraging different perspectives, and supporting a team environment where people feel valued and heard.
• Act with Integrity: Communicate system…