Planner​/Scheduler I​/II

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

The Planner / Scheduler is responsible for overseeing the Creating, Planning and Dispatching of short-cycle and long-cycle work activities within the Construction & Maintenance Department. The Planner / Scheduler works with leadership in these work groups to ensure that work is performed efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Creates short-cycle work orders in WACS
• Screen and consolidate work orders in WACS & OFS
• Manage any exceptions associated with WACS or OFS
• Manage physical work packages between Engineering & Construction & Maintenance.
• Coordinates with other groups, Engineering, Storeroom, OC’s., Records, Service, Schedulers, Corporate Communications.
• Maintain and updates scheduled work, resolves time constraint conflicts, identifies variances, develops explanations to schedule changes, sends reminders as needed, submits & monitors one call tickets.
• Coordinates & leads weekly scheduling meetings with local management personnel. Adjust schedules and work plans as necessary based on feedback.
• Coordinates with local network leadership to ensure proper material & equipment availability as needed. If material or equipment is unavailable or will impact project completion adjust schedule accordingly & communicate with necessary parties.
• Meet with Corporate Communications to discuss upcoming work in high profile areas.
• Comply with Company and industry standards and regulations.
• Monitor field employee productivity and keep local supervision informed of potential issues.
• Support storm and emergency response efforts as needed, including after-hours availability.
• Ensures training requirements, compliance and needs are current and satisfied.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree. In lieu of a degree, having 2+ years of experience in utility operations, work management, or field services is required.
• Planner/Scheduler I -: 2-4 years of experience
• Planner / Scheduler II: 4-6 years of experience

• Proficiency in work management systems (e.g., Oracle CCS, WACS and OFS) (Maximo, Click, SAP CCS and Service Suite), Microsoft Office Suite, and GIS tools.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deliverables. Ability to work with multiple levels of the organizational structure. Excellent organizational and analytical skills. Experienced/training in planning and scheduling activities. Strong knowledge of and expertise with computer technology. Strong decision-making skills. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Initiative-taking and dependable collaborator.

• Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to operate a copy machine, fax machine, calculator, telephone, and other miscellaneous office equipment.
• Able to exert up to 10 Lbs. of force occasionally, and /or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects.

The Physical Demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Accountabilities and Essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, within your scope of responsibilities.
• Job duties are performed in a normal and clean office environment with normal noise levels.
• Work is predominately done while standing or sitting.
• The ability to comprehend, document, calculate, visualize…