Maintenance Specialist/System Owner - Plant Barry

Southern Company•Bucks, AL

About The Position

The Maintenance Specialist/ System Owner position is responsible for the overall health of the Water/Wastewater and/or Fuel Burning Systems at Plant Barry Units 1-5. 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.

Requirements

Experience coordinating large projects.
5 years Industrial maintenance and operations experience preferred
Extensive knowledge in utility power plant maintenance and operations activities, including general knowledge of pumps, motors, valves, brakers, 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.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the IBEW contract and Powerhouse Maintenance Agreement is a plus

Responsibilities

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